Eddie Goldman

Nose tackle Eddie Goldman was not given an injury designation Friday and is expected to play in his first regular-season game since December 2019.

The Bears on Saturday ruled nose tackle Eddie Goldman out of Sunday's game against the Browns while also flexing veteran defensive tackle Margus Hunt from the practice squad to the active roster.

Bears safety Tashaun Gipson Sr. (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's road contest against the Browns, while nose tackle Eddie Goldman (knee) is expected to be a game-time decision. Neither player practiced Friday.

The Bears on Saturday ruled nose tackle Eddie Goldman out of Sunday night's season opener against the Rams while also flexing linebacker Josh Woods and defensive tackle Damion Square from the practice squad to the active roster.

Nose tackle Eddie Goldman missed practice for the third straight day Friday and was downgraded to out after originally being listed as doubtful for Sunday night's season opener against the Rams.

The Bears on Friday activated nose tackle Eddie Goldman from the reserve/COVID-19 list and waived receiver Thomas Ives.

Bears coordinators Bill Lazor (offense), Sean Desai (defense) and Chris Tabor (special teams) spoke to reporters Friday about Andy Dalton's grasp of the offense, the need to generate more takeaways on defense and more.

Saying that opting out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19 concerns "really took a toll on me," Bears nose tackle Eddie Goldman was ecstatic to practice with his teammates for the first time since December 2019.

In kicking off training camp Tuesday at Halas Hall, GM Ryan Pace and coach Matt Nagy discussed Eddie Goldman's status, how much starters will play in preseason games and much more.

The Bears' three second-round picks in the last two drafts—Cole Kmet, Jaylon Johnson and Teven Jenkins—will be among the key players to watch when training camp kicks off next week.

The Bears defensive line in 2021 will once again be powered by productive veteran Akiem Hicks and ascending fourth-year pro Bilal Nichols.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses whether nose tackle Eddie Goldman will be back with the Bears after opting out of the 2020 season due to COVID, how a lower-than-expected salary cap will affect the Bears and how Alabama quarterback Mac Jones boosted his draft stock.

 The return of talented veteran defensive tackle Akiem Hicks from injury figures to give the Bears defense a gigantic boost in 2020. A Pro Bowler in 2018, Hicks was limited to six games by knee and elbow injuries last season.

Nose tackle Eddie Goldman was presented with the Bears' first Sweep the Sheds Award, which recognizes a player for doing the little things that often go unnoticed.

Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is pleased with how well first-round draft pick Roquan Smith-a speedy and tenacious inside linebacker-has digested the playbook.

With coordinator Vic Fangio and a core group of veterans returning, the Bears are hoping that the continuity they possess on defense will enable the unit to flourish in 2018.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses prospects who have been taken with the No. 8 pick in the draft that the Bears own this year and the college that has produced the most Bears draft picks.

With coordinator Vic Fangio bringing continuity and a no-nonsense approach to the Bears defense, Akiem Hicks and his teammates are aiming to become a top-five unit.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses where the Bears pick throughout the draft, if they're more inclined to address the defense than the offense this offseason and where Matt Forte ranks among the greatest Bears running backs.

While others may be looking ahead to free agency and the draft, Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is focused on improving the players already on the roster.

Senior writer Larry Mayer identifies four storylines to watch Saturday when the Bears visit the Lions, including the continued development of rookie quarterback Mitchell Trubisky.

Senior writer Larry Mayer identifies three things that stood out Sunday in the Bears' 33-7 rout of the Bengals, including quarterback Mitchell Trubisky's best performance of the season.

Delivering their most complete performance of the season, the Bears dominated on both sides of the ball in a 33-7 rout of the Bengals Sunday in Cincinnati, snapping a five-game losing streak.

Senior writer Larry Mayer identifies four storylines to watch Sunday when the Bears visit the Bengals, including whether the Chicago offense will show improvement or continue to struggle.

It seems that the Bears defense loses another player or two to an injury with each passing week. But veteran coordinator Vic Fangio won't use attrition as an excuse.