Ted Hurst aims to exploit Bears' defense in Sunday Night Football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 4:31 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Rookie Ted Hurst and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Chicago Bears on Sunday Night Football at Soldier Field. The Bears defense has struggled against long pass completions, allowing 23 passes over 20 yards this season. Hurst has the potential to capitalize on this weakness, despite not recording a reception in the last two games. He has 11 catches for 168 yards this season, with an average of 15.3 yards per reception. Meanwhile, the Bears are looking to strengthen their defensive line, with a workout scheduled for former Titans tackle Jordan Elliott after injuries have impacted their roster.
- •Buccaneers and Bears play on November 8 at 8:20 PM ET.
- •Bears allowed 23 long completions, ranking 20th in the NFL.
- •Ted Hurst has 11 receptions for 168 yards this season.
- •Chicago's defensive line faces injury challenges.
- •Former Titans tackle Jordan Elliott to participate in a workout.
- 4:31 AMYahoo Sports — Ted Hurst Faces Bears’ Explosive Pass Defense In Sunday Night Clash
"Rookie Ted Hurst could exploit Chicago's big-play weakness on Sunday Night Football. The Bears have allowed 23 long completions this season.
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