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Bears' Hayden Large Lands on IR
2 Sep
Summary
- Hayden Large placed on injured reserve for 2026 season start.
- Signed as undrafted free agent to a three-year contract.
- Dealing with a reported core injury, will miss first four games.
Former Iowa football tight end Hayden Large has been placed on injured reserve by the Chicago Bears, impacting his start to the 2026 season. Large, who signed a three-year contract as an undrafted free agent on April 27, is currently recovering from a reported core injury. This placement necessitates him missing a minimum of the season's opening four games. He will become eligible to return to play for the Bears in Week 5 against the Green Bay Packers on October 11. During his collegiate career at Iowa, the 6-foot-4, 250-pound tight end recorded 14 receptions for 89 yards. Initially a fullback, Large was recognized for his strong blocking skills, which secured him a spot on Chicago's initial 53-man roster.
