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Bears see T.J. Edwards, Dayo Odeyingbo return to OTA practice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 10:43 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Bears see T.J. Edwards, Dayo Odeyingbo return to OTA practice
Summary

The Chicago Bears hosted an open OTA practice on June 3, 2026, marking the return of linebacker T.J. Edwards and defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo, both of whom had missed the entire previous season due to injuries. Edwards had suffered multiple injuries and a fractured fibula, while Odeyingbo dealt with an Achilles tendon injury. However, head coach Ben Johnson expressed frustration over Kyler Gordon's ongoing absence due to a soft tissue injury, emphasizing the importance of player availability for team trust and cohesion. The Bears aim to monitor Gordon's recovery ahead of mandatory minicamp next week.

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  • •T.J. Edwards and Dayo Odeyingbo returned to practice.
  • •Both players missed the 2025 season due to injuries.
  • •Kyler Gordon was absent due to ongoing soft tissue issues.
  • •Ben Johnson highlighted the need for Gordon's availability.
  • •Bears hope to have Gordon back for mandatory minicamp next week.
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  • 10:43 PMYahoo Sports — Bears OTA Attendance Report: Two defenders return from 2025 injuries, Ben Johnson addresses Kyler Gordon's availability
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The Chicago Bears held an open OTA practice session with the media in attendance on Wednesday with two key defenders returning for the first time since suffering season-ending injuries in 2025.

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