Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Poor reaction to benching
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Stevenson pulled himself out of practice Wednesday when he was informed of his benching for Sunday's game against the Cardinals after his actions late in the Bears' Week 8 loss to the Commanders, Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports.
Stevenson is still expected to be rotated in for Sunday's game, though Terell Smith will likely serve as one of the Bears' starting cornerbacks opposite Jaylon Johnson. His move to the bench for Week 9 comes after Stevenson was seen making celebratory gestures toward Washington fans prior to the final snap of last week's loss, resulting in him being out of position defensively before he tipped the ball in the air on quarterback Jayden Daniels' Hail Mary attempt, which landed in the arms of wideout Noah Brown for a game-winning touchdown for the Commanders. Stevenson is still expected to reclaim his starting role in Week 10 against the Patriots.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Unlikely to start Week 9
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Stevenson isn't expected to start in Sunday's game against the Cardinals, but he will be active for the contest and is expected to rotate with Terell Smith, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Stevenson had started in each of the Bears' six games that he's been healthy enough to play thus far, logging 35 tackles, six pass breakups and an interception, which he returned for a touchdown in a Week 1 win over the Titans. However, Stevenson will be on the bench to begin Sunday's contest as a punishment for his actions on the final play of last week's 18-15 loss to the Commanders, when Chicago gave up a 52-yard Hail Mary touchdown with no time remaining. Prior to the final snap, Stevenson was seen making celebratory gestures toward Washington fans, which caused him to be late to get in position for Jayden Daniels' Hail Mary. Stevenson ultimately got his hand on the ball, only to tip it up in the air and into the waiting hands of Commanders receiver Noah Brown, who secured the touchdown catch. Stevenson has since expressed contrition for his role on the final play, and he's expected to be back in the starting lineup in Week 10 against the Patriots.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Nine tackles in losing effort
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Stevenson recorded nine tackles in the Bears' 18-15 loss to the Commanders on Sunday.
Though Stevenson set a new season high in tackles, he attracted negative attention when he appeared to taunt Commanders fans before the final play of the game. Stevenson then arrived late to the scrum at the goal line while awaiting Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels' Hail Mary attempt, knocking the ball in the air and into the waiting hands of Washington receiver Noah Brown for a game-winning touchdown with no time remaining. Despite his poor execution on the final play, Stevenson remains locked into a starting role in the Chicago secondary opposite Jaylon Johnson. Through six games, Stevenson has tallied 35 tackles, six pass breakups and one interception, which he returned for a touchdown in Week 1.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Ready to rock
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Stevenson (calf) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Commanders.
Stevenson upgraded from limited work both Wednesday and Thursday to a full session Friday, suggesting that he's moved past his calf issue in time for Sunday's contest. Expect the second-year pro to start opposite Jaylon Johnson as part of Chicago's top cornerback duo in Week 8.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Not playing Sunday
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Stevenson (calf) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jaguars in London.
Stevenson's absence was fully expected, as he was listed as doubtful heading into the weekend after he was a limited participant in Thursday's practice before sitting out Friday's session entirely. With the Bears on bye Week 7, Stevenson will have some extended time to recover from the calf issue before potentially returning to action for Chicago's Oct. 27 game in Washington in Week 8.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Doubtful for London game
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Stevenson (calf) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Stevenson injured his calf in practice Thursday and subsequently sat out Friday's practice, leaving him unlikely to play Sunday in London. If Stevenson sits as expected, Chicago's cornerback depth behind Jaylon Johnson will be tested, as backup Terell Smith (hip) didn't travel with the team to London. Jaylon Jones could draw the start on the outside in a Bears secondary that's also missing starting safety Jaquan Brisker (concussion).
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Added to injury report
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Stevenson (calf) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.
Stevenson wasn't a part of Wednesday's injury report, so he may have picked up the injury during practice. The 24-year-old will work to increase his activity level Friday, or he may be in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Jaguars in London.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Expected to retain starting role
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Stevenson is projected to be the starting outside cornerback for the Bears, playing across from Jaylon Johnson.
After Chicago selected Stevenson in the second round of the 2023 draft, he moved right into a full-time role. Although Stevenson recorded at least six tackles in five of his first eight games, he didn't have another game with more than five tackles until Week 18. It is possible the cornerback continues to improve in his second year, and if that happens, Stevenson may become a more more consistent IDP option.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Strong rookie season
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Stevenson tallied seven tackles in the Bears' 17-9 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Stevenson was selected in the second round of the 2023 draft and quickly rounded into a solid starter for the Bears. In 16 games, the cornerback tallied 86 tackles, four interceptions and a forced fumble. However, his IDP performance fell as the season progressed. Stevenson had recorded at least six tackles in five of his first eight games, but he didn't have another game with more than five tackles until Week 18. Regardless, he'll be considered a high-floor IDP in 2024 drafts. Stevenson will be going into the second year of his four-year rookie contract.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Pair of picks
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Stevenson intercepted two passes while adding five tackles in the Bears' 37-17 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
Stevenson had not posted an interception until Week 11, but he now has four picks over his last five games. Also, the rookie has tallied between three and five tackles in each of his last six games. He'll remain a moderate-floor IDP with interception upside in Week 18 at Green Bay.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Snags second interception of season
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Stevenson intercepted a pass and added five tackles in the Bears' 20-17 loss to the Browns on Sunday.
Stevenson has at least five tackles in five of his last seven games and also picked off a pair of passes over his last three games. The rookie is emerging as a solid floor producer with big-play ability in IDP leagues.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Won't play against Vikings
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Stevenson (ankle) is inactive for Monday's game against the Vikings, Larry Mayer of the team's official site reports.
Stevenson popped up on Saturday's injury report with an ankle issue after logging a limited practice session. The injury is severe enough that Stevenson will not travel with the team to Minnesota. Terell Smith will likely slide in as the slot corner in Stevenson's absence.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Able to practice in full Monday
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Stevenson (ankle) was a full participant in Chicago's practice Monday.
Stevenson suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's Week 9 loss to New Orleans, but his ability to practice without restrictions one day later suggests the issue isn't serious. The rookie cornerback has taken up a significant role in the Bears' secondary, tallying 54 tackles (39 solo) and five pass breakups over nine games.
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Bears' Tyrique Stevenson: Picks up injury in defeat
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Stevenson suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Saints, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.
Stevenson rolled his ankle in the third quarter and didn't return to the game afterward. According to Sean Hammond of the Daily Herald, the rookie corner limped his way to the locker room after the game. With the team on a short week and hosting the Panthers on Thursday, Stevenson may need to make a quick recovery to be able to suit up for the Bears' next game.
