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Van Ginkel (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Falcons, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Van Ginkel has yet to practice this week after being placed in concussion protocol Wednesday, so it's no surprise he'll be sidelined in Week 2. The All-Pro edge rusher was impactful in the Vikings' Week 1 win over the Bears, recording five total tackles and two passes defended across 58 defensive snaps. With the Wisconsin product sidelined, 2024 first-round pick Dallas Turner projects to start opposite Jonathan Greenard on Sunday.

Jarrett (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions.

The veteran defensive lineman opened the Bears' week of practice with consecutive DNPs due to a knee injury. However, he upgraded to limited work Friday, suggesting he's got a chance to suit up Sunday. Jarrett played 39 defensive snaps in Chicago's Week 1 loss to the Vikings, recording three total tackles. If he's unable to go in Week 2, rookie second-round pick Shemar Turner will likely make his first NFL start.

Edwards (hamstring) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions.

The 29-year-old upgraded from limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday to a full practice Friday, suggesting he's moved past his hamstring injury in time to face the Lions in Week 2. Edwards was one of the league's premier inside linebackers in 2024, recording 129 total tackles, including 4.0 sacks, and three passes defended over 17 appearances. Now back to full health, he's expected to as one of the Bears' top defensive playmakers Sunday.

Walker (ankle) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions.

Walker opened the Bears' week of practice with consecutive limited sessions, but following Friday's DNP, he'll likely be sidelined Sunday. The Texas A&M product played 11 special-teams snaps during Chicago's Week 1 loss to the Vikings, failing to record a stat.

Likely has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Likely was listed as a limited practice participant Friday, which suggests that he's moving in the right direction ahead of the Ravens' Sept. 22 contest against the Lions. In Likely's continued absence, Mark Andrews and Charlie Kolar will handle Baltimore's TE reps this weekend.

Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions.

Gordon is now in line to miss his second consecutive game Sunday after logging three consecutive DNPs during the Bears' week of practice due to a hamstring injury. The fourth-year corner from Washington impressed in 2024, recording 75 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, and five passes defended over 15 appearances. With Gordon sidelined again in Week 2, Nick McCloud will likely remain Chicago's top slot corner.

Pearce (groin) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Vikings, Will McFadden of the team's official site reports.

Following a week of limited practice sessions due to a groin injury, Pearce has a chance to suit up in Week 2. The 2025 first-round pick from Tennessee played 22 defensive snaps in Atlanta's Week 1 loss to the Buccaneers but failed to record a stat. If Pearce is unable to play Sunday, fellow 2025 first-round pick Jalon Walker figures to see increased defensive snaps as Atlanta's top rotational edge rusher.

Rousseau (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Rousseau practiced without limitations Friday after a pair of limited sessions, helping him get the green light to suit up Sunday against Buffalo's green-clad AFC East rivals. Buffalo's 2021 first-round pick is looking for his first sack of the season after tying his career high with 8.0 during the 2024 regular season.

Thompson (hamstring/hand) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Thompson is dealing with a hand injury in addition to his previously known hamstring injury, but he managed to practice in limited fashion Thursday and Friday after sitting out Wednesday. The backup linebacker was limited to special teams during Buffalo's Week 1 win over the Ravens.

Bowman (shoulder) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Vikings, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Despite upgrading from limited practice Thursday to a full session Friday, Bowman remains questionable for Sunday's affair. The rookie safety from Oklahoma played 45 defensive snaps in Atlanta's Week 1 loss to the Buccaneers, recording six total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, while playing as the team's top slot corner. Friday's full practice suggests Bowman is trending toward playing in Week 2, but if he's unavailable, Dee Alford will likely start in the slot.