Bears rule out QB Justin Fields for Sunday's matchup against Raiders
CHICAGO (CBS) – The Bears made it official on Friday, listing quarterback Justin Fields as out for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
The move was not a surprise as Fields couldn't practice this week, and backup Tyson Bagent has talked about his preparation to make his first NFL start.
Head coach Matt Eberflus kept it simple when talking about what he expected to see from the undrafted rookie on Sunday.
"Just operation of the offense," Eberflus said. "If we just operate the offense and put the ball where it needs to go on time, it's gonna be a good day. So that's what he needs to do, and he's done a good job with that all week."
The Bears also ruled offensive lineman Nate Davis out for Sunday with an ankle injury. But Bagent should have his starting right tackle as fellow rookie Darnell Wright returned to practice.
Bagent played OK in relief last Sunday against the Vikings, completing 71% of his passes, but he did give up a fumble and a late interception.
Running back Roschon Johnson will be out with a concussion.
The secondary will continue to be thin as safety Jaquan Brisker was listed as questionable and was limited in practice on Friday with a groin injury. Fellow safety Eddie Jackson is also out for Sunday.
The Raiders and Bears are set to kickoff Sunday at noon.