Sun Dec 28 17:40:00 UTC 2025: NEWS ARTICLE
Bears Face 49ers in High-Stakes SNF Game Amidst Injury Bug
Santa Clara, CA – The Chicago Bears are set to battle the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football with the coveted No. 1 NFC seed hanging in the balance for both teams. While the Bears have already secured the NFC North title thanks to the Green Bay Packers’ loss to the Baltimore Ravens, they face a challenging matchup against a formidable 49ers team.
However, the Bears are battling more than just their opponent. An illness sweeping through the locker room has cast a shadow over their preparations, leaving several players listed as questionable, including key players like wide receiver DJ Moore, cornerback Nahshon Wright, and receiver Olamide Zaccheaus. Cornerback Nick McCloud has been ruled out.
The most pressing concern is the status of rookie right tackle Darnell Wright, who was a late addition to the injury report. Wright, who has been playing through an elbow injury for much of the season, did not travel with the team on Saturday but is reportedly en route to Santa Clara and will be a game-time decision.
Wright’s potential absence creates a significant question mark for the Bears’ offensive line. Rookie Ozzy Trapilo, currently the starting left tackle, is a candidate to shift to the right side, but that move could disrupt the line’s recent consistency. Another option is Theo Benedet, who Trapilo replaced at left tackle, and could fill in at either left or right tackle.
Despite the uncertainty, there is hope that Wright’s illness is a short-term issue. Given that other players have recovered quickly from the bug, the team expects Wright to return to action in the near future.
The Bears and their fans will be closely monitoring Wright’s status leading up to kickoff, as his presence on the field could be crucial to their chances of securing a victory and locking down the NFC’s top seed.
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