Jaylon Johnson Rallies Bears: 'Practice Wasn't Good Enough'

The Chicago Bears concluded their final training camp practice with fans at Halas Hall on a note of urgency, spurred by cornerback Jaylon Johnson's call for a higher standard. Johnson's direct message led to what tight end Cole Kmet described as one of their best practices of the camp, concluding nearly two hours of drills. This intensive session preceded what is expected to be a lighter workout and a joint practice with the Tennessee Titans ahead of their preseason finale on Saturday.

However, the practice was marred by multiple injury concerns. Starting right tackle Darnell Wright exited with an apparent arm issue, raising concerns due to a previous injury on the same arm. Defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. also departed with an injury, amid trade rumors. Tight end Hayden Large and cornerback Dontae Manning also sustained injuries and did not return. Running back Kyle Monangai remains week-to-week, while new defensive end Marcus Davenport and defensive end Austin Booker were absent from practice.

On a more positive front, the Bears welcomed back several players. Safety Elijah Hicks and rookie linebacker Keyshaun Elliott were activated from the PUP list and participated in drills. Quarterback Tyson Bagent returned to practice after a hamstring issue, and cornerback Tyrique Stevenson was back in team drills. Backup corners Terell Smith and Jaylon Jones were also present, though not participating in team drills, while left tackle Ozzy Trapilo was limited to individual drills.