Odunze’s foot remains central question in Bears receiver room

He missed the final five games of the 2025 regular season

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 251 min read

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What happened: Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer examined how Rome Odunze’s ongoing foot management affects Chicago’s receiving corps. Odunze participated in spring work after describing his recovery as a “new normal.”

Why it matters: His availability carries added weight entering the 2026 season after the injury curtailed a promising start last year. Chicago’s official camp preview still lists him among the offense’s key playmakers.

By the numbers: Odunze caught 44 passes for 661 yards and six touchdowns across 12 regular-season games in 2025. He returned for two playoff games and totaled four receptions for 88 yards.

What to watch: His participation and workload during training camp will offer the next indication of how the foot responds. Chicago can then define his role ahead of the preseason.

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