Tyrique Stevenson headlines the list of key absences for today’s Thanksgiving weekend showdown between the Chicago Bears and the Philadelphia Eagles. The Bears cornerback is out with a hip injury.
His absence leaves Chicago without one of its most physical defensive backs at a time when Philadelphia’s passing attack is expected to test the perimeter. His absence adds immediate pressure on the reshuffled secondary, even with veterans returning from injured reserve.
The Eagles enter the game with a major absence of their own. Star right tackle Lane Johnson has been ruled out due to a foot issue. Johnson has long been a stabilizing force on the edge, and missing him changes both protection schemes and the overall balance of the offense.
Philadelphia will rely on its depth to keep the pocket clean and maintain rhythm for the offense. Chicago’s injury list extends beyond Stevenson. Several linebackers are unavailable, including T.J. Edwards and Noah Sewell.
Dominique Robinson is out with a concussion, and the front seven will look different without him. The Bears have also been navigating offensive line movement due to injuries earlier in the month.
The secondary, however, receives a boost with Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon activated and ready to play. Their return is crucial as Chicago plans to counter a strong Eagles receiving group. The Eagles have fewer overall injuries, but the significance of Johnson’s absence is difficult to overlook.
Wide receiver Xavier Gipson is also out, thinning the rotation behind the lead pass catchers. DeVonta Smith, who battled chest soreness and illness during the week, is active and expected to play. Philadelphia enters with enough firepower, but the loss of a premier tackle creates concerns in both drop-back and run-heavy sets.
Inactive List
| Chicago Bears | Philadelphia Eagles |
| Tyrique Stevenson (CB) | Lane Johnson (RT) |
| T.J. Edwards (LB) | Xavier Gipson (WR) |
| Noah Sewell (LB) | Sam Howell (QB) |
| Ruben Hyppolite II (LB) | Ty Robinson (DT) |
| Dominique Robinson (DE) | Mac McWilliams (CB) |
| Luke Newman (IR) | Joshua Uche (LB) |
| A.J. Dillon (RB) |
Both teams arrive at 8–3, making the matchup meaningful for playoff positioning.
Bears vs. Eagles Game Prediction
The starting units for both teams will look slightly different because of the inactive lists. Chicago’s defense will depend on its secondary more than usual, with Stevenson unavailable and multiple linebackers missing.
On offense, Chicago is expected to keep its core starters in place. The game plan may tilt toward longer drives, a heavier run game, and controlled passing to manage the tempo and protect the defense.
For Philadelphia, the offense will be built around compensating for the loss of Lane Johnson. The prediction leans toward a tight contest. The Eagles hold a slight advantage at home, supported by offensive depth and the ability to pressure the quarterback.
The Bears can keep the game within reach if their secondary forces turnovers and the offense avoids negative plays. A close finish is likely, with Philadelphia projected to edge out a narrow win.
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