Darnell Mooney Injury News & Updates

Mooney (ribs) returned to Sunday's game versus the Panthers, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney left the contest just before halftime but was able to get back on the field in the middle of the third quarter. He had three catches (on four targets) for 34 yards prior to his first-half exit.

Mooney suffered a rib injury during Sunday's game against the Panthers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Prior to his exit late in the second quarter, Mooney had gathered in three of four targets for 34 yards. David Sills and KhaDarel Hodge figure to see an increase in snaps alongside No. 1 WR Drake London for as long as Mooney is sidelined.

Mooney caught one of eight targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 31-25 loss to the Colts.

Mooney caught just one pass for the third straight week, though his eight targets were tied for a team high with fellow receiver Drake London. The 28-year-old has not been able to get on the same page with quarterback Michael Penix lately, making him a difficult player to trust for fantasy purposes. Mooney will have his next opportunity to bounce back in a Week 11 home game against the Panthers.

Mooney caught one of two targets for 15 yards during Sunday's 24-23 loss to the Patriots.

Mooney played every offensive snap for the first time this season, but he finished with only one catch for a third time in six appearances. The wideout caught three passes for a season-high 68 yards during his return from a one-game absence due to a shoulder injury, but he totaled only two receptions on six targets for 26 yards over his past two appearances. Only three Falcons saw more than two targets Sunday: Drake London (14), Bijan Robinson (10) and Kyle Pitts (seven).

Mooney (hamstring) practiced in full Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Mooney upgraded from limited Wednesday due to his lingering hamstring issue to all activity one day later, indicating that it isn't much of a concern. Fellow WR Drake London (hip) and TE Kyle Pitts (ankle) again were limited, meaning Mooney currently is the healthiest among Atlanta's key pass catchers. Having said that, Mooney didn't benefit from London's absence this past Sunday versus the Dolphins, hauling in just one of four passes for 11 yards while working with fill-in QB Kirk Cousins. No. 1 QB Michael Penix (knee) also remained limited Thursday, so there's a chance Cousins will be under center Sunday at New England.

Mooney (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

After missing Week 6 with a hamstring injury, Mooney has topped 80 percent snap in back-to-back games, albeit with just nine targets and 79 yards in that time. His projection for Week 9 at New England partially depends on the healthy of QB Michael Penix (knee) and WR Drake London (hip), both of whom missed the Week 8 loss to Miami.

Mooney brought in one of four targets for 11 yards in the Falcons' 34-10 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

Drake London (hip) was a surprise inactive after being placed on the injury report Saturday, but Mooney and fill-in signal-caller Kirk Cousins were unable to connect until the latter portion of the contest. The disappointing showing featured a season-low receiving yardage total for Mooney, who now has two one-catch tallies in the last three games heading into a Week 9 road matchup against a tough Patriots defense.

Mooney (hamstring) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Miami, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Mooney missed Week 6 with the hamstring injury but returned last week to catch three of five targets for 68 yards while playing 83 percent of snaps in a 20-10 loss to the 49ers. He should get similar playing time this Sunday against one of the worst defenses in the league, though it isn't year clear if he'll be catching passes from Michael Penix (questionable - knee) or Kirk Cousins.

Mooney (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Mooney followed up Wednesday's limited walkthrough with a similar workload at Thursday's practice as he tends to the hamstring injury that has bothered him since Week 4 action. Following a Week 5 bye, he sat out Week 6 before returning to action this past Sunday in San Francisco, when he hauled in three of five passes for 68 yards on an 83 percent snap share. Mooney will have one more chance to practice in full Friday, or else risk heading into the weekend with a designation for Sunday's game versus the Dolphins.

Mooney (hamstring) was listed as limited on Wednesday's estimated injury report, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Plagued by the injury bug this season, Mooney has made just four appearances through seven weeks, but he put together his most-productive performance to date this past Sunday at San Francisco (3-68-0 on five targets). His hamstring injury is following him into Week 8 prep, though, so his activity level will be monitored as the week continues to see if he again will be good to go Sunday versus the Dolphins.

Mooney recorded three receptions on five targets for 68 yards in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the 49ers.

Mooney managed to suit up for the first time since Week 4 and was third in priority for targets behind Drake London and Kyle Pitts. He was used primarily as a deep target, and he delivered a 38-yard catch just before halftime to push the Falcons into field-goal range. Mooney is likely to see inconsistent targets and serves in a boom or bust role, both of which will make him a risky fantasy contributor moving forward.

Mooney (hamstring) is active for Sunday's contest at San Francisco, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Mooney last played Week 4, when he sustained a hamstring injury that sidelined him Week 6 following the Falcons' bye week. He then managed just a pair of limited practices (Wednesday and Thursday) during Week 7 prep before being listed as questionable. Having said that, coach Raheem Morris expressed optimism Friday regarding Mooney's upcoming availability, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and the wide receiver's status now has been confirmed. While WR Drake London is Atlanta's leading pass catcher by a large margin, Mooney will be available along with RB Bijan Robinson, TE Kyle Pitts and WR Casey Washington, among others, behind the team's top target.

Falcons coach Raheem Morris said Friday that he's "feeling good" about Mooney (hamstring) playing in Sunday's game at San Francisco, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Mooney didn't practice Friday after limited participation the previous two days, but it sounds like that was part of a plan and not indicative of a setback. Fantasy managers would still be wise to consider the wideout uncertain ahead of Sunday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff, with Mooney yet to log a full practice since injuring his hamstring Week 4.

Mooney (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Mooney last played in Week 4 but returned to practice this week. The Falcons are otherwise incredibly thin at wide receiver, with Casey Washington and David Sills having taken most of the snaps alongside Drake London in Monday's win over the Bills.

Mooney (hamstring) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

After hurting his hamstring Week 4, Mooney came out of Atlanta's Week 5 bye with no activity at practice before being ruled out for this past Monday's game against the Bills. He then was listed as limited on Wednesday's estimated injury report before logging his first on-field work since picking up the health concern. Friday's report will reveal Mooney's odds to suit up Sunday in San Francisco, but even if he does, he holds little sway in fantasy, with just seven catches (on 16 targets) for 79 yards and no touchdowns in parts of three games this season.

Mooney (hamstring) is listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

The Falcons didn't practice Wednesday, but the listing suggests Mooney will participate later this week. He hasn't practiced since injuring his hamstring during a Week 4 win over Washington.

Mooney (hamstring) is ruled out for Monday's game against Buffalo, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Mooney's lack of availability is no surprise, given that he has yet to resume practicing since tweaking his hamstring and making an early exit Week 4 against the Commanders. Still, head coach Raheem Morris has labeled Mooney day-to-day, so it seems he could have a fair chance at returning to health in time to suit up Week 7 versus San Francisco. With Mooney out for Monday's matchup against Buffalo, Casey Washington looks primed to handle a large workload behind top wideout Drake London, while TE Kyle Pitts and No. 3 receiver Ray-Ray McCloud could also see a slight uptick in target share.

Mooney (hamstring) is not present for the early portion of Saturday's practice open to the media, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney has yet to participate in practice since being forced out of Atlanta's win over the Commanders early due to a tweaked hamstring, despite having had the benefit of a Week 5 bye to rest up. All signs point toward Mooney being ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Bills, though head coach Raheem Morris did call him day-to-day, so there's reason for optimism that he could return Week 7 versus the 49ers. If Mooney is indeed unable to go versus Buffalo, Casey Washington will figure to step into a significant role on offense behind Drake London.

Mooney (hamstring) didn't practice Friday, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney made an early exit Week 4 and still isn't ready to practice after a Week 5 bye. Falcons coach Raheem Morris said the wideout is day-to-day, but there's not much cause for optimism as pertains to Monday's matchup with Buffalo. Casey Washington played 95 percent of Atlanta's snaps when Mooney was inactive back in Week 1, catching three of six targets for 33 yards in a loss to Tampa Bay.

Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said that Mooney (hamstring) won't practice Thursday, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports. ""Right now, Mooney is still day-to-day. We'll see what that is," Morris said. "We'll get a good feel for what it looks like moving forward."

Mooney made an early exit from the Falcons' 34-27 win over the Commanders in Week 4 after tweaking his hamstring, but he benefited from a well-timed Week 5 bye. Though Atlanta initially expressed hope that Mooney wouldn't have to miss further action because of the hamstring injury, his absence from the team's first Week 6 practice casts some doubt on his availability. He'll have two more chances to log some practice activity before the Falcons host the Bills on Monday.

The Falcons expect Mooney (hamstring) to get healthy over the team's Week 5 bye and retake the field Week 6 versus the Bills on Monday, Oct. 13, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Mooney was forced out of Sunday's 34-27 win over the Commanders early in the third quarter due to a hamstring injury, but he's not expected to miss any further games due to the issue. He secured his only target for 16 yards before exiting Sunday's contest. Mooney also missed Week 1 due to a shoulder injury, and across his three appearances thus far this season he's tallied just seven catches for 79 yards on 16 targets.

Mooney (hamstring) won't return to Sunday's contest against the Commanders, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

At the time he departed early in the third quarter, Mooney had just one catch (on one target) for 16 yards. Behind No. 1 WR Drake London, Ray-Ray McCloud, Casey Washington, David Sills and Jamal Agnew are the Falcons' options at the position also active Week 4.

Mooney injured his hamstring during Sunday's game versus the Commanders, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Prior to his exit just after halftime, Mooney had hauled in his only target for 16 yards. For as long as Mooney is sidelined, Ray-Ray McCloud, Casey Washington, David Sills and Jamal Agnew will be the healthy and available wide receivers for the Falcons that aren't named Drake London.

Mooney secured four of 11 targets for 44 yards in the Falcons' 30-0 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.

While it wasn't a very efficient performance, Mooney did draw a team-high number of targets and finished tied for second in receptions while also slotting in as the runner-up in receiving yards. Mooney has multiple receptions in each of his first two games after missing Week 1 due to a shoulder injury, and he'll next face off with the Commanders in a Week 4 home matchup.

Mooney (shoulder) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Mooney was limited in practice Wednesday after having made his season debut Week 2 versus the Vikings, in which he handled 86 percent of offensive snaps and secured two of four targets for 20 yards. To see Mooney now practicing in full offers confirmation that he'll be available Sunday on the road against Carolina. Mooney will look to get more involved versus the Panthers, though he may have difficulty delivering fantasy value in what's been a run-first Atlanta offense through the first two games of the season.

Mooney (shoulder) practiced on a limited basis Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

In the wake of his season debut in this past Sunday's win at Minnesota, Mooney continues to deal with the shoulder issue that sidelined him Week 1 against the Buccaneers. He still handled an 86 percent snap share Week 2 en route to two catches (on four targets) for 20 yards. Mooney's activity level Thursday and Friday ultimately will forecast whether or not he enters the weekend with a designation for Sunday's game in Carolina.

Mooney caught two of four targets for 20 yards during Sunday's 22-6 win over the Vikings.

After missing Week 1 due to a shoulder injury, Mooney didn't have an injury designation heading into Sunday Night Football. He played 57 of 66 offensive snaps during his season debut, which led Atlanta's WRs - Drake London finished with 56. Despite being on the field often, Mooney failed to haul in either of his targets in the first half, and both of his receptions came within three plays during the Falcons' first drive of the second half. The run game was the clear emphasis for Atlanta during Sunday's defensive-dominated game, as Falcons QB Michael Penix attempted only 21 passes. Mooney is the clear No. 2 wideout behind London and will look to get more involved against the Panthers in Week 3. However, it'll be difficult for any pass catchers to deliver consistent production if the Falcons are pushing 40 rushing attempts consistently.

Mooney (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Minnesota, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Neither does Drake London, who hurt his shoulder during the season opener that Mooney missed. Mooney returns for an intersting matchup, facing a Vikings defense that gave up the most PPR points to wide receivers in 2024 (and seventh most in 2023) despite generally playing well under highly regarded coordinator Brian Flores. Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson often had London and Mooney topping 90 percent snap shares last season, but there is some chance of a limited workload after Mooney's lengthy absence (he was injured seven weeks ago on the first day of training camp).

Mooney (shoulder) was limited in practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Mooney now has strung together three straight capped sessions going back to Week 1 prep as he closes in on his recovery from the shoulder issue that has bothered him since late July. Both he and No. 1 WR Drake London (shoulder) have been limited so far this week, so Friday's practice will be key for them to avoid designations in advance of Sunday's game in Minnesota.

Mooney (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Mooney is kicking off Week 2 prep where he left off last week, with a cap on his reps. He wasn't able to suit up this past Sunday against the Buccaneers due to the shoulder injury that has plagued him since the early days of training camp. Coach Raheem Morris said Wednesday that the Falcons will "get a look and see toward the end of the week what he's got going on." Friday's practice report thus will be key for his odds to suit up Sunday in Minnesota.

Falcons coach Raheem Morris said Wednesday that Mooney (shoulder) is slated to practice, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney sat out Week 1 after logging a trio of limited practices leading up to Atlanta's narrow 23-20 season-opening loss to the Buccaneers. He seems likely to be limited again Wednesday, with his Week 2 status potentially resting on an ability to upgrade to 'full' practice reps Thursday or Friday. With Drake London (shoulder) having been forced out early Week 1 and now up-in-the-air for Sunday night's road game against the Vikings, Mooney's status will be increasingly pivotal to Michael Penix and Atlanta's aerial attack.

Mooney is inactive for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

After Mooney turned in a trio of limited practices this week, head coach Raheem Morris gauged the wideout as a game-time decision leading up to Sunday's contest. Ultimately, the Falcons decided it was for the best to hold Mooney out for the season opener, after he injured his shoulder during the first practice of training camp and proceeded to miss the team's entire preseason slate. With Mooney sidelined, the Falcons will likely turn to KhaDarel Hodge and Casey Washington to handle more snaps alongside No. 1 wideout Drake London and slot man Ray-Ray McCloud.

Mooney (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, with Falcons coach Raheem Morris expecting the wideout to be a game-time decision, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

A 1 p.m. ET kickoff is good news for Mooney's fantasy managers, allowing for replacements from 14 different NFL games if the wideout is listed as inactive Sunday morning. The Falcons would have a tougher time replacing him, likely looking to KhaDarel Hodge and/or Casey Washington alongside No. 1 receiver Drake London and slot man Ray-Ray McCloud. It's a high-volume role, at least in terms of playing time, with Mooney taking 92.3 percent of available snaps in his 16 games last season.

Mooney (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

After having his reps capped for the second practice in a row to kick off Week 1 prep, Mooney told Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com that he would likely be a "game-time decision" for Sunday's tilt with the Buccaneers. Unless he can upgrade to full participation in Friday's session, Mooney appears set to take a questionable tag into the weekend, and official word on his status may not arrive until the Falcons release their inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m. ET kickoff. If Atlanta elects to hold Mooney out for the season opener, more reps at receiver would be available for the likes of Ray-Ray McCloud and KhaDarel Hodge.

Mooney (shoulder) was limited in practice Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Coach Raheem Morris said Wednesday that Mooney is still "day-to-day," mentioning the option to "wait up until the last minute" to make an official decision on his status for Week 1, per Josh Kendall of The Athletic. Mooney will receive an official injury designation on Friday's practice report, but it could be that a final word on his status may not arrive until roughly 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1:00 kickoff against Tampa Bay. He's recovering from a shoulder injury sustained early in training camp. Dave Holcomb of SI reports that Mooney agreed Wednesday to restructure his contract with Atlanta, freeing up roughly an additional $6 million in cap space for the team.

Mooney (shoulder) returned to practice Thursday, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

It's the second promising sign this week, after Mooney avoided an injury list on cutdown day, which suggests the Falcons expect him to play at some point in September. The return to practice Thursday seemingly even gives Mooney a shot to play Week 1 against Tampa Bay, with 10 days to ramp up after missing practice for a little over a month. The Falcons haven't done anything to upgrade their WR room in the meantime -- perhaps another hint at confidence in Mooney's September availability

Mooney (shoulder) wasn't placed on injured reserve Tuesday, remaining on Atlanta's active roster, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

He still hasn't practiced since injuring his shoulder on the first day of training camp, but Mooney apparently has a chance to play this September, having avoided any of the injury lists hat rule players out for the first four games of the season. It's unclear at his point if he has a realistic chance to play Week 1 against Tampa Bay.

Falcons coach Raheem Morris said Tuesday that he doesn't know when Mooney (shoulder) will return but is confident it will be this year, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

It's probably not the best sign that Morris is even hinting at the possibility of a long-term absence, although he did say Mooney is still being evaluated on "a week-to-week basis." The wideout left practice early July 24 after trying to make a diving catch, with subsequent reports suggesting he'd miss multiple weeks and was uncertain for Week 1 against Tampa Bay. If nothing else, this latest update confirms that the Falcons aren't sure about Mooney's availability for the start of the regular season. Wideout depth was already a weak point for the team, with No. 3 receiver Ray-Ray McCloud coming off a 2024 campaign in which he was one of the least productive starters in the league on a per-route basis (1.29 yards per route, with one TD on 87 targets). The Falcons didn't draft any wide receivers this spring, nor did they sign any likely starters in free agency, instead settling for UDFAs like Nick Nash and journeymen like DJ Chark to round out the depth chart.

Speaking Tuesday, coach Raheem Morris was non-committal on whether or not Mooney (shoulder) will be ready for the Falcons' Week 1 matchup with the Bucs, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney suffered a shoulder injury in practice last Thursday and is expected to be sidelined for a "few weeks," Raimondi reported last week. The nature of Mooney's injury still isn't clear, but there's at least some concern that he won't be ready for the start of the regular season. KhaDarel Hodge is next up on the depth chart behind Drake London and slot man Ray-Ray McCloud should Mooney not be cleared in time to face Tampa Bay.

Mooney is dealing with a shoulder injury and will be out "a few weeks," Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney had to leave the field with a trainer Thursday after hurting his shoulder while trying to make a diving catch during practice. The injury certainly puts the veteran wideout's status in doubt for the Falcons' first preseason game, which will take place Aug. 8 versus Detroit, and could also impact his availability for the remainder of the preseason slate and even potentially into Week 1 of the campaign. Atlanta signed veteran receiver DJ Chark on Friday to add depth to its wideout corps in the wake of Mooney's injury.

Mooney left Thursday's practice with a trainer after attempting a diving catch, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

The possible injury happened toward the end of practice, without any update from the team afterward. Mooney was healthy for spring practices and then the start of training camp, after a shoulder injury cost him Week 18 of last season (his only absence of the year). His finished his first season in Atlanta with career highs for TDs (five), yards per catch (15.5) and yards per target (9.4), along with his second-highest totals for targets (106), catches (64) and receiving yards (992). The Falcons have shaky WR depth behind Mooney and Drake London, with Ray-Ray McCloud and KhaDarel Hodge returning as the probable Nos. 3 and 4 receivers.

Mooney (shoulder) was an active participant at Day 1 of the Falcons' OTAs on Tuesday, Terrin Waack of Atlanta's official team website reports.

Mooney is coming off of a 2024 campaign with Atlanta in which he caught 64 of 106 targets for 992 yards and five touchdowns over 16 contests. The wide receiver missed the team's regular-season finale versus the Panthers with a shoulder injury, but he now appears to be fully healthy ahead of 2025. Mooney will likely operate as the Falcons' No. 2 option at wide receiver alongside Drake London this season as Michael Penix officially takes the reigns at quarterback.

Mooney (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Mooney landed on the injury report Thursday as a limited participant due to a shoulder injury and sat out Friday's session. He was given a questionable tag, and head coach Raheem Morris said the wideout would be a game-time decision. However, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Saturday night that Mooney was a longshot to play Sunday, so this update comes as no surprise. Ray-Ray McCloud and KhaDarel Hodge are candidates for increased snaps behind Drake London, while Kyle Pitts could also see a few more targets after catching rookie QB Michael Penix's first career TD pass against the Commanders to send last week's game into OT.

Mooney (shoulder) is considered a long shot to play Sunday against the Panthers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

It's an uphill battle for Mooney to play, Rapoport added, though Mooney has yet to be ruled out for the regular-season finale. Mooney was added to the Falcons' injury report Thursday and was eventually listed as questionable. If Mooney is unable to play, KhaDarel Hodge would be in line for elevated snaps alongside Drake London and Ray-Ray McCloud at wideout.

Mooney (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney popped up on the injury report Thursday due to a shoulder injury, and the injury will cast doubt on the wide receiver's ability to suit up for the regular-season finale. Atlanta needs a win and a Tampa Bay loss against the Saints to win the NFC South and sneak into the playoffs, so Mooney will be motivated to suit up in his usual starting role on the outside if possible. Coach Raheem Morris said Friday that Mooney -- who needs eight receiving yards to reach 1,000 for the second time in his career -- will be a game-time decision.

Mooney practiced on a limited basis Thursday due to a shoulder injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Both Mooney and Drake London (knee, LP) were added to Atlanta's injury report Thursday, leaving a cloud over the state of the receiving corps in the middle of Week 18 prep. Friday's report will provide a sense of both player's availability ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Mooney finished with two receptions on five targets for 37 yards in Sunday's 30-24 overtime loss to the Commanders.

Mooney failed to replicate last week's healthy receiving line in Sunday's narrow loss to Washington. The veteran wideout has alternated strong and poor fantasy scores in the five games since returning from Atlanta's Week 12 bye. Mooney did notch his second 1,000-yard season in Sunday's loss, and he should serve a high-floor option in fantasy for Week 18 against the Panthers next Sunday.

Mooney caught five of six targets for 82 yards in Sunday's 34-7 win over the Giants.

While the Falcons' passing game took a back seat to Bijan Robinson and the team's defense in Michael Penix's first NFL start, Mooney still posted respectable numbers and led Atlanta in receiving yards. he also tied with Drake London (hamstring) for the lead in receptions, although the latter did make a late exit from the game. It was a reassuring rebound from Mooney after he failed to catch a pass at all in Week 15, Kirk Cousins' last start, and the veteran wideout sits only 45 yards short of reaching 1,000 on the season for the second time in his career. He will try to build more chemistry with his new QB in Week 17 against the Commanders.

Mooney failed to secure his lone target in Monday's 15-9 win over the Raiders.

Mooney was a complete nonfactor in Week 15 despite playing 91 percent of Atlanta's offensive snaps against the Raiders. Monday's game marked the first time in which the veteran wideout failed to record a single reception in a contest this season. The Falcons' passing attack continues to struggle with Kirk Cousins under center, as he completed just 11 of 17 passes in the game. Mooney will look to bounce back in Week 16 against the vulnerable Giants secondary, though he'll be on the receiving end of passes from rookie signal caller Michael Penix, as the Falcons announced Tuesday that Penix will be the team's starting quarterback moving forward.

Mooney (foot) was a full practice participant Friday, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

The quick upgrade from limited participation to full confirms Mooney will be ready for Monday's game at Las Vegas. He was one of the few Falcons to thrive Week 14, catching six of seven targets for 142 yards in a 42-21 loss at Minnesota.

Mooney was limited at Thursday's practice due to a foot injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Mooney has been dealing with an Achilles injury since Week 11 prep, but a new health concern has been swapped in at the start of Week 15 prep. He's suited up for all three games in the meantime, hauling in 11 of 17 targets for 189 yards and no touchdowns. Mooney's status at practice Friday and Saturday likely will be telling for his availability for Monday's game at Las Vegas.

Mooney brought in six of seven targets for 142 yards in the Falcons' 42-21 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

Mooney led the Falcons in receiving yards on the afternoon with a figure that also qualified as a career high. The speedster was a menace to the Vikings' defense throughout the afternoon, recording catches of 28, 24 and 49 yards in the first half alone. Mooney also had 18- and 14-yard grabs in the second half, and his prolific performance was a sorely needed one after the veteran wideout had posted just a 5-47 line over the previous two games. Mooney heads into a Week 15 road battle against the Raiders on Monday night, Dec. 16 just 117 receiving yards shy of his second career 1,000-yard campaign.

Mooney secured three of six targets for 20 yards in the Falcons' 17-13 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.

Mooney was a distant fourth in the pass-catching pecking order Sunday, posting his lowest receiving yardage total since his Week 1 team debut against the Steelers. The veteran speedster was also the target on Kirk Cousins' late third-quarter pick-six, and Mooney has now been under 30 receiving yards in consecutive games for the first time this season. Mooney will look to bounce back against a Vikings secondary that's proved vulnerable to the pass in a Week 14 road matchup.

Mooney (Achilles) was listed as a full participant on Thursday's injury report, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

As the Falcons emerged from their Week 12 bye, Mooney again is dealing with an Achilles injury, but after logging a limited practice Wednesday, he experienced an upgrade one day later, setting him up to continue being a regular in the passing game. He has multiple catches in 10 consecutive contests, during which he's accrued a 47-696-5 line on 78 targets.

Mooney (hamstring) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Prior to the Falcons' last game Sunday, Nov. 17 at Denver, Mooney was added to the practice report midweek due to an Achilles injury but ultimately ended it without a designation. He then made an early exit from that contest due to a hamstring issue, but following the team's Week 12 bye, he again is dealing with the Achilles concern. Coach Raheem Morris told Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com on Wednesday that Mooney is "looking good and feeling good," and that he likes Mooney's chances to play Week 13. In the end, though, how Mooney is listed Thursday and Friday likely will determine whether or not he enters the weekend with a designation for Sunday's contest against the Chargers.

The hamstring injury that forced Mooney out of Sunday's 38-6 loss to the Broncos isn't viewed as serious, a source tells Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com.

Atlanta could send Mooney in for an MRI just to ensure he's not dealing with anything more than a mild strain of his hamstring, but the wideout may not have to miss any time because of the injury. Mooney will benefit from a well-timed Week 12 bye, giving him added time to heal before the Falcons return to action Dec. 1 versus the Chargers. Mooney finished the loss to Denver with two catches for 27 yards on four targets while playing a season-low 58 percent of the Falcons' offensive snaps due to the injury.

Mooney suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday's game at Denver, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Mooney made a midweek appearance on the Falcons' Week 11 practice report with an Achilles issue but ultimately was cleared Friday. He now is dealing with a separate health concern, and if he's unable to return, he'll finish with two catches (on four targets) for 27 yards.

Mooney (Achilles) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Denver.

Added to the injury report Thursday as a limited participant, Mooney apparently showed enough Friday to remove any doubt about his Week 11 availability. His production has been surprisingly close to that of fellow Falcons wideout Drake London, who may have to deal with shadow coverage from Broncos CB Patrick Surtain on Sunday.

Mooney was limited at Thursday's practice due to an Achilles injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Mooney has been a revelation behind Atlanta's No. 1 WR Drake London this season. While he's surpassed 100 receiving yards just one time in 10 outings, Mooney has accrued a 46-684-5 line on 77 targets. Now with a health concern in tow, his status will be one to monitor as the week goes on to see if he may be in danger of sitting out Sunday at Denver.

Mooney caught five of 10 targets for 96 yards in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Saints.

It's the second time this season Mooney has seen double-digit targets, and the third straight game in which he's topped 80 receiving yards. The former Bear is on track for his second career 1,000-yard campaign, with the last coming back in 2021. Mooney will look to stay productive in Week 11 on the road against the Broncos.

Mooney caught five of nine targets for 88 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-21 win over the Cowboys.

Drake London (hip) left the game after scoring a first-quarter TD, but Mooney stepped ably into the role of top target for Kirk Cousins, leading the Falcons in receiving yards on the day and capping his performance with a 36-yard score in the second quarter. Mooney has set a new career high with five touchdowns on the season, a total he could add to in Week 10 against a reeling Saints defense.

Mooney brought in five of seven targets for 92 yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' 31-26 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

Mooney led the Falcons in receiving yards and targets on the afternoon while recording a touchdown for the fourth time this season on a perfectly timed 30-yard pass from Kirk Cousins late in the second quarter. Mooney has remained healthy and turned into a steady contributor in coordinator Zac Robinson's offense, a welcome change from his previous two seasons with the Bears following an encouraging start to his career. Mooney will next take aim at the Cowboys in a Week 9 home matchup.

Mooney secured five of eight targets for 46 yards during Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Seahawks.

Mooney saw at least eight targets for the third time this season, but his 9.2 yards per reception in Week 7 was his second-lowest mark of the campaign. With Kirk Cousins at the helm, Atlanta's passing attack has been fruitful, and Mooney has benefitted. However, Mooney remains the WR2 behind Drake London, with RB Bijan Robinson and TE Kyle Pitts also seeing their fair share of work in the passing attack.

Mooney hauled in three of five targets for 38 yards in Sunday's 38-20 win over Carolina.

Mooney was cleared from the minor knee injury that forced him to be a limited participant in Wednesday and Thursday's practices. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, the budding wideout didn't sniff last week's impressive 9-105-2 receiving line after Atlanta's rushing attack shouldered the offensive load against Carolina on Sunday. A healthy Mooney remains a viable fantasy option when the Falcons host the Seahawks next Sunday.

Mooney (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Carolina.

Mooney finished the week as a full practice participant after being limited Wednesday and Thursday. He's coming off the best fantasy performance of his career -- 31.5 PPR points in a 36-30 win over Tampa Bay -- and is averaging 4.8 catches for a career-best 66.0 yards per game on 8.0 targets. Mooney needs just one more TD to match his personal best of four in a season, previously attained his first two years in the league (2020 and 2021).

Mooney (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.

Mooney has opened this week with consecutive capped sessions due to a knee injury, giving him just one more chance to get back to full participation before the Falcons potentially tag him with a designation ahead of Sunday's game at Carolina. Considering he's coming off a 9-105-2 performance on 16 targets last Thursday against the Buccaneers, he's regained some sway in the fantasy realm while working with QB Kirk Cousins.

Mooney was limited at Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Mooney is coming off a season-best performance against the Buccaneers in Week 5 in which he tallied nine catches (on 16 targets) for 105 yards and two touchdowns. He clearly is on the same page with quarterback Kirk Cousins, as the pair already have connected for eight receptions of 20-plus yards through five games. Now that Mooney has made an appearance on the Falcons' first Week 6 practice report, his status will be one to watch as the weekend approaches to ensure he isn't in danger of missing Sunday's contest at Carolina.

Mooney brought in nine of 16 targets for 105 yards and two touchdowns in the Falcons' 36-30 overtime win over the Buccaneers on Thursday night.

Mooney led the Falcons in receiving touchdowns and targets on the night while checking in second in catches and receiving yards to Drake London. The speedster found the end zone from 24 and 12 yards out in the second and fourth quarters, respectively, his second and third touchdowns of the season and Atlanta tenure. However, as good as Mooney's night was, it could have been marred by a drop of a very catchable third-down pass just past the midway point of the fourth quarter that was followed by a blocked Younghoe Koo field-goal attempt. Ultimately, the Falcons' victory and Mooney's 17-yard grab on his team's game-tying drive late in the fourth quarter helped ensure the gaffe would be insignificant, and the fifth-year pro appears to have burgeoning chemistry with Kirk Cousins heading into a Week 6 road battle against the Panthers on Sunday, Oct. 13.

Mooney caught three of six targets for 56 yards during Sunday's 26-24 win over the Saints.

After a quiet Week 1, Mooney has been a critical part of the Falcons' passing attack, racking up 14 receptions on 21 targets over the last three weeks. The veteran wideout has averaged 15.0 yards per catch thus far, which would be a career-high mark. Former top-ten picks Bijan Robinson, Drake London and Kyle Pitts should theoretically lead Atlanta's offense every week, but that hasn't always been the case. Pitts didn't record a reception on three targets, while Robinson had only one more touch than backup RB Tyler Allgeier on Sunday. It appears like Kirk Cousins has developed a nice rapport with Mooney, and that should continue moving forward, especially if the Falcons find themselves behind in games and resort to a pass-happy script. Cousins threw a season-high 35 passes versus New Orleans, averaging 29.8 attempts per game.

Mooney hauled in all eight of his targets for 66 yards in Sunday's 22-17 loss to Kansas CIty.

Mooney kept his momentum rolling following last week's 3-88-1 receiving line with a flawless receiving performance in Sunday's loss to the Chiefs. The newly-signed Falcon brought his season numbers up to 12-169-1 through three weeks, making him a definite deep-league option while likely enticing managers in shallower formats currently viewing Mooney on the waiver wire. Another strong fantasy game from the former Chicago wideout against the Saints on Sunday would likely generate even more fantasy buzz as we inch towards the quarter-point of the season.

Mooney brought in three of seven targets for 88 yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' 22-21 win over the Eagles on Monday night.

Mooney shared the team lead in targets with Drake London while setting the pace in receiving yards. The speedster got there with three chunk plays through the air, beginning with a 41-yard touchdown grab late in the third quarter. Mooney tacked on catches of 21 and 26 yards on back-to-back plays in Atlanta's game-winning fourth-quarter drive, helping set up an eventual decisive touchdown reception by Drake London. Mooney appears to have plenty of room to grow within Zac Robinson's scheme and is clearly developing some chemistry with Kirk Cousins, affording the fifth-year pro plenty of momentum heading into a Week 3 home showdown against the Chiefs on Sunday night.

Mooney caught one of three targets for 15 yards during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

Mooney operated as the No. 2 wideout, playing 53 of 56 offensive snaps. However, Mooney and Drake London (two receptions for 15 yards) were kept quiet, as Ray-Ray McCloud led Atlanta's wideouts in receiving. Mooney's snap share is promising, but the Falcons' offense will need to find their rhythm for Mooney to generate fantasy-relevant numbers. This was Kirk Cousins' first game since his Achilles injury, as the veteran surprisingly didn't see any action during the preseason. Cousins' comfortability in OC Zac Robinson's scheme will likely be the key factor in Mooney's fantasy value this season.

The Falcons figure to be heavily reliant on Mooney and Drake London at wide receiver, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

The Falcons have sent multiple signals that they expect Mooney to bounce back from a quiet 2023 in Chicago, first giving him $26 million guaranteed on a three-year, $39 million contract and now waiting until the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft before taking a wide receiver (Casey Washington). There's no serious competition for the No. 2 WR job, though it is possible Mooney ends up a distant fourth behind London, RB Bijan Robinson and TE Kyle Pitts in terms of prioritization in Atlanta' offense. Still, it's not a bad spot to be in, especially for a thin, fast receiver who projects better as a deep threat than as a high-volume guy.

Mooney and the Falcons have reached agreement on a three-year contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

The deal reportedly is for $39 million, including $26 million in guarantees. It's a good landing spot for Mooney's fantasy value, with the Falcons also set to sign QB Kirk Cousins and lacking depth at WR behind No. 1 Drake London. The former Bear came into the NFL as a fifth-round pick and had 1,686 receiving yards over his first two seasons, but a severe ankle injury cut his third year short and he then dropped off to only 414 yards in 15 games in 2023. If nothing else, Mooney's 4.38 speed should help keep defensive backs honest and leave more space underneath for London, TE Kyle Pitts and RB Bijan Robinson.

Mooney (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Mooney will sit out the season finale after he has been unable to resume practicing in any capacity since experiencing concussion symptoms following the Bears' Week 16 win over the Cardinals. Before missing the Bears' final two games of the 2023 campaign, Mooney was active for each of the first 15 contests and recorded a 31-414-1 receiving line on 61 targets. The 26-year-old is scheduled to become a free agent this offseason, and while the Bears could look to retain him, Mooney could be pushed down a spot or two on the depth chart after he was one of the NFL's least-productive No. 2 receivers when healthy in 2023.

Mooney (concussion) didn't practice Thursday.

Mooney emerged from a Week 16 win against the Cardinals with a concussion, which hasn't allowed him to practice in the meantime. He's already missed one game as a result of the injury, and coach Matt Eberflus confirmed Wednesday that Mooney still was in the protocol, per Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com. With only one more chance to mix into drills this week, Mooney may be in danger of sitting out Sunday's contest at Green Bay.

Cpach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that Mooney remains in the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney sat out Chicago's Week 17 win over the Falcons due to a concussion, and he remains in concussion protocol as the Bears prepare to face the Packers in their season finale. With Chicago eliminated from playoff contention and Mooney set to become an unrestricted free agent after the season, the team has little incentive to rush the wide receiver's return.

Mooney (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Mooney entered concussion protocol earlier in the week and failed to gain clearance before Sunday's game. If he clears concussion protocol next week, Mooney could be available for Chicago's season finale against the Packers. Otherwise, he'll finish his fourth NFL season with 31 catches for 414 yards and one touchdown on 61 targets.

Mooney (concussion) didn't participate in Thursday's practice.

In the wake of Mooney self-reporting concussion symptoms Monday, he has yet to mix into any drills during Week 17 prep. He has Friday's practice available to him to show any sign of progress through the protocol for head injuries, but another absence likely would imply upcoming inactive status Sunday against the Falcons. If Mooney is out this weekend, Tyler Scott, Equanimeous St. Brown (pectoral), Velus Jones and Trent Taylor would be the candidates for WR reps alongside the Bears' top option DJ Moore.

Mooney (concussion) officially didn't practice Wednesday.

Earlier Wednesday, coach Matt Eberflus revealed that Mooney self-reported concussion symptoms Monday, which has forced the wide receiver into the protocol for head injuries, per Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic. If Mooney doesn't log at least a limited session by Friday, he'd likely be in danger of missing his first game of the season, a scenario that could give Equanimeous St. Brown (pectoral), Tyler Scott and Velus Jones more run behind the Bears' top wide receiver DJ Moore.

Coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that Mooney is in the concussion protocol, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Mooney self-reported concussion symptoms Monday, and has been in the NFL's protocol since. It sounds like Mooney won't practice Wednesday as a result, and he could potentially be in danger of missing Sunday's matchup against the Falcons. With Cole Kmet (knee) also not practicing Wednesday, Chicago's receiving corps is suddenly looking dangerously thin behind DJ Moore.

Mooney caught two passes for five yards in the Bears' 27-16 win over the Cardinals on Monday.

Mooney was third on the team with four targets, but for the third time in four games, he was held to fewer than 15 yards. On the season, he hasn't scored a touchdown since Week 1, and Mooney has surpassed 53 yards once all season. His recent struggles make the veteran receiver tough to trust in fantasy lineups.

Mooney (illness) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Mooney sat out Wednesday's session while was under the weather, but his ability to take every rep a day later puts him on track to suit up this Sunday against the Cardinals. Though he appears to be locked into a near-every-down role as the Bears' No. 2 wideout behind DJ Moore, Mooney hasn't scored a touchdown since Week 1 and has cleared 50 receiving yards just once in his last 10 outings.

Mooney missed Wednesday's practice due to an illness.

The timing early in the week should allow Mooney to recover before Sunday's game against the Cardinals. A return to practice Thursday or Friday would confirm that he's on track to play.

Mooney caught two passes for 14 yards in the Bears' 20-17 loss to the Browns on Sunday.

Mooney tied DJ Moore for the team lead with eight targets. Unfortunately, on the last play of the game, a Hail Mary pass was deflected into Mooney's arms, but he was unable to secure the ball, costing the Bears a victory. Although Mooney has 15 targets over his last two games, he has only caught four of those passes. The increased opportunity gives him potential to surprise with a productive game, but the veteran has surpassed 53 yards once all season while not finding the end zone since Week 1. His lack of reliability makes him difficult to trust in fantasy lineups.

Mooney caught two passes for 44 yards in the Bears' 28-13 win over the Lions on Sunday.

Mooney posted over 24 yards for the first time in four games. He also has failed to find the end zone since Week 1. Fantasy managers who use Mooney in lineups need to hope he hauls in a long pass, or his upside is limited.

Mooney caught two passes for six yards in the Bears' 12-10 win over the Vikings on Monday.

Mooney was reasonably productive when Tyson Bagent was the starting quarterback. In the last two games with Justin Fields under center, Mooney has three catches for 30 yards on four targets. His low floor and limited upside makes him difficult to count on each week.

Mooney caught a 24-yard pass in the Bears' 31-26 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

Mooney wasn't a major part of the Chicago game plan in Justin Fields return to the lineup. Mooney has two or fewer receptions in four of his last six games, making him a low-upside fantasy option.

Mooney brought in two of four targets for 14 yards in the Bears' 16-13 win over the Panthers on Thursday night.

Mooney was coming off a season-best 5-82 line on six targets in Week 9 against the Saints, but his production took a notable dive in the low-scoring win. The speedster was a clear complementary option behind top targets DJ Moore and Cole Kmet, and even rookie back Roschon Johnson saw more targets than Mooney (six). The fourth-year pro could potentially see a boost in his outlook if Justin Fields (thumb) is able to return for a Week 11 road battle against the Lions on Nov. 19.

Mooney brought in five of six targets for 82 yards in the Bears' 24-17 loss to the Saints on Sunday.

Mooney got off to a fast start with a 13-yard reception on the Bears' first play from scrimmage and his game-high 38-yard grab on the last play of the opening period. The fourth-year speedster went on to set the pace in receiving yards for Chicago on the afternoon with a figure that also qualified as a season high. Mooney has a 12-203 line over his last four games after a four-game stretch where he was blanked on three occasions, and he could have Justin Fields (thumb) back as his quarterback in a Week 10 home matchup against the Panthers on Thursday night.

Mooney caught one pass for 41 yards in the Bears' 30-13 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.

Mooney hauled in a deep pass in the first quarter but was unable to secure any of the remaining three targets he received. He has posted between 32 and 53 yards in five games but was shut out in the other three contests. For now, he's a low-floor, low-upside fantasy option.

Mooney caught four passes for 32 yards in the Bears' 30-12 win over the Raiders on Sunday.

Mooney was second among Chicago's wide receivers with four targets in a game the team controlled throughout. On the season, he has yet to surpass 53 yards in a game while finding the end zone once. Unless Mooney begins to see an uptick in targets, he'll likely continue to be a low-upside fantasy option.

Mooney secured two of three targets for 48 yards in the Bears' 19-13 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

A game after being shut out on four targets against the Commanders, Mooney bounced back to an extent with the help of a game-long 39-yard grab. The speedy fourth-year pro could be a trade candidate with the Oct. 31 deadline fast approaching, but for the time being, he'll look to build on Sunday's numbers while working with either Justin Fields (hand) or Tyson Bagent in a Week 7 home matchup against the Raiders.

Mooney failed to bring in any of his four targets in the Bears' 40-20 win over the Commanders on Thursday night.

Just four days after posting a serviceable 4-51 line against the Broncos, Mooney was surprisingly blanked on the stat sheet for the third time this season. The speedster's increasingly frequent disappearing acts are perplexing, especially considering he's working with a quarterback in Justin Fields with which he already has plenty of familiarity. Fellow wideout DJ Moore's increasingly critical role in the air attack is naturally part of the reason for Mooney's downturn early this season, but the third-year pro could have a good chance to bounce back against a vulnerable Vikings secondary in a Week 6 home matchup on Sunday, Oct. 15.

Mooney caught all four of his targets for 51 yards in the Bears' 31-28 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.

With Chase Claypool a healthy scratch. Mooney served as the clear No. 2 wide receiver behind DJ Moore. Unfortunately, Mooney's role led to him seeing just four of Justin Fields' 35 pass attempts. On the season, Mooney has posted at least 51 yards in two of three games, but his upside may be limited if the Bears offense can't maintain the production they showed against Denver.

Mooney failed to catch his lone target in the Bears' 41-10 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

After leaving last week's game with a bruised knee, Mooney was seventh on the team with one target. Unless his role increases and the Bears' passing attack improves, Mooney may not have the upside he showed earlier in his career.

Mooney (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Kansas City, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Coach Matt Eberflus suggested earlier in the week that Mooney was unlikely to additional time following his early departure from last week's 27-17 loss to Tampa Bay. The wideout put up 4-53-1 on a team-high-tying seven targets in the season opener but then didn't see any passes on 11 routes Week 2. If nothing else, Mooney can be counted on to play a large share of Chicago's snaps while running many of his routes downfield.

Mooney (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

For the second day in a row, Mooney had his reps managed in practice while he tends to the knee issue. The Bears haven't expressed any major concern with Mooney's health, so if he's able to bump up to full participation in Friday's session, he'll likely approach Sunday's game in Kansas City without an injury designation. Through the Bears' first two games, Mooney has hauled in four of seven targets for 53 yards and a touchdown.

Mooney (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday.

Mooney departed this past Sunday's loss at Tampa Bay due to a knee injury, but Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reported after the game that the issue isn't considered to be severe. By kicking off Week 3 prep with a capped session, Mooney may be trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's visit to the Chiefs. In the end, though, his status will need to be monitored to get a sense of his potential to play in that contest.

The knee injury Mooney suffered in Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Buccaneers isn't considered serious, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports.

Mooney left the game early in the second half, but he isn't expected to miss much, if any, additional time. He had 53 yards and a touchdown in Chicago's season opener but finished without a target in Week 2. Mooney's next chance to take the field will be in Week 3 against Kansas City.

Mooney exited Sunday's game at Tampa Bay due to a knee injury, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Mooney made his way to the sideline after the first play of the Bears' second possession of the second half. If he's unable to return, he'll emerge from Week 2 without a target. Chicago's other active wide receivers Sunday are DJ Moore, Chase Claypool, Tyler Scott, Trent Taylor and Velus Jones.

Mooney caught four of seven targets for 53 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Packers.

Mooney tied with two others for Chicago's team lead in targets, but his total was significantly higher than top wideout DJ Moore's two. In fact, Mooney led the Bears in receiving yards, with a 20-yard touchdown to end the third quarter to boot. After a disappointing, injury-shortened 2022 campaign, Mooney was one of few bright spots for the Bears while returning to action Sunday.

Mooney finished without a catch on two targets in Saturday's preseason game against Buffalo.

DJ Moore had his second big play of the preseason on one of Justin Fields' two completions. Mooney got two of the six targets from Fields, including one into the end zone, in his first game since suffering a broken ankle last November. He'll presumably be the Bears' No. 2 receiver, behind Moore, when they open the season with a Week 1 home game against Green Bay.

Mooney isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game at Indianapolis, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Along with Mooney, DJ Moore, Chase Claypool (hamstring), Tyler Scott and Velus Jones (undisclosed) won't be available in the Bears' second exhibition. Mooney was cleared to practice at the start of training camp after spending the entire offseason in recovery mode from the ankle injury that ended his 2022 campaign after Week 12. With the offseason addition of Moore, Mooney now is the No. 2 receiving option, at best, for quarterback Justin Fields in the Bears offense.

Mooney is easing into practice this summer after rehabbing from ankle surgery during the offseason, Collen Kane of The Chicago Tribune reports.

It sounds like Mooney is off to a good start, already doing 7-on-7s and individual drills during the first week of training camp. He mentioned that he'd been planning to have offseason ankle surgery even before suffering a season-ending ankle fracture in late November, though it presumably would've been a lesser procedure with a shorter recovery timeline had he not sustained the major injury. Mooney is no longer Chicago's No. 1 receiver as he enters the final year of his rookie contract, but there's a chance he stays fantasy-relevant as second fiddle to DJ Moore if the Bears' passing attack takes a big step forward in Luke Getsy's second year as offensive coordinator and Justin Fields' third season as the starting QB.

Mooney (ankle) has received medical clearance to resume practicing Tuesday, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Mooney went down Week 12 last season due to an ankle injury which ultimately required surgery, so it's encouraging to see him cleared for training camp. The speedy wideout no longer faces the pressure of operating as Chicago's No. 1 wideout with DJ Moore having joined the team, but he still figures to be Justin Field's go-to deep threat. That said, Mooney's per-game target total could dip even if the Bears make an effort to pass more frequently, as Cole Kmet and Chase Claypool will also demand looks in what should be a run-first offense led by the dual-threat Fields.

Mooney (ankle) said Monday that he's "feeling good" and "ready to roll" for training camp, WGN's Kaitlin Sharkey and Rick Tarsitano report.

Coach Matt Eberflus was similarly optimistic back in early June, noting that Mooney was on track for the start of training camp after having season-ending ankle surgery in November. The speedy wideout's decreased fantasy standing relative to this time last summer is partially a product of his disappointing, injury-shortened 2022 campaign, but Chicago's offseason trade for WR DJ Moore might be an even bigger factor, providing tough competition for targets in an offense that figures to rank near the top of the league in rush attempts so long as dual-threat QB Justin Fields stays healthy. While the Bears should be more aggressive throwing the ball on early downs with Fields another year older and Moore now on the roster, they also have two other players (TE Cole Kmet, WR Chase Claypool) squarely in the mix to earn significant target shares.

Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that, barring a setback, Mooney (ankle) will be ready for training camp, Adam Hoge of AllCHGO.com reports.

Mooney hasn't been available for any of the Bears' offseason workouts while rehabbing from a season-ending ankle surgery last November. Eberflus has maintained a positive outlook on the wideout's recovery, and it appears Mooney is still on track to be 100 percent by Week 1. The 2020 fifth-round pick's target share is expected to take a hit in 2023 after the addition of DJ Moore, but Mooney should still operate as Chicago's top deep threat, while Moore, Chase Claypool and Cole Kmet handle the short and intermediate looks.

Mooney (ankle) isn't participating in Bears OTAs this week, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Mooney went down in Week 12 of last season and needed surgery on the ankle. Coach Matt Eberflus said Mooney is "progressing," but it sounds like we shouldn't expect to see him on the field before the start of training camp. With D.J. Moore now in town, Mooney's targets are going to take a hit, but he should see less attention from opposing defenses. Look for Mooney to serve as Chicago's top downfield weapon with Moore and Cole Kmet hogging intermediate looks.

Mooney was recently spotted running during spring workouts and appears to be recovering well from his season-ending ankle injury, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Chicago's top receiver suffered an ankle injury in Week 12 of last season that kept him out for the remainder of the year, but his recovery seems to be going well. Before the injury, the now fourth-year wide receiver was leading the team with 493 yards, 61 targets and 40 receptions in what was a down year compared to his previous season, when he had 1,055 yards, 140 targets and 81 receptions. In the ensuing months, Chicago acquired wide receivers Chase Claypool and DJ Moore and addressed its poor offensive line play, drafting tackle Darnell Wright 10th overall and signing guard Nate Davis in an effort to assist starting quarterback Justin Fields. While Mooney won't be the target hog he used to be due with Chicago's new and improved weapons, he could be more potent on a per-play basis.

Mooney was spotted running during spring workouts and appears to be recovering well from 2022's season-ending ankle injury, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Chicago's top receiver suffered an ankle injury in Week 12 of last season that kept him out for the remainder of the year, but his recovery seems to be going well. Before the injury, the now fourth-year wide receiver was leading the team with 493 yards, 61 targets and 40 receptions in what was a down year compared to his previous season where he had 1,055 yards, 140 targets and 81 receptions. In the ensuing months, Chicago acquired wide receivers Chase Claypool and DJ Moore and addressed their poor offensive line play, drafting tackle Darnell Wright 10th overall and signing guard Nate Davis in an effort to maximize starting quarterback Justin Fields. While Mooney won't be the target hog he used to be due to Chicago's new and improved weapons, he could be more potent on a per-play basis.

Mooney (ankle) should now be the Bears' No. 2 receiver after the Bears acquired DJ Moore Friday.

Mooney proved to be an excellent receiver when he posted 1,055 and four touchdowns in 2021. But last year, the Bears' passing offense was struggling to start the year. Then in Week 12, Mooney fractured his ankle, and he ended the year with 493 yards. Expected to be back on the field in some capacity this spring while he recovers from the injury, he should be a much better fit as a No. 2 receiver, with DJ Moore expected to slot in as the top option. Mooney has shown the ability to get open at all levels of the field. Even though it's unlikely he reaches the 140 targets he saw in 2021, the quality of targets could increase with defenses focusing on Moore. After 40 wide receivers are off the board, Mooney is a player to consider in fantasy drafts for those who believe Chicago will try to open up their passing attack.

Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said Tuesday that Mooney (ankle) should be back on the field in some capacity this spring depending on how his rehab process goes, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney is working his way back from the season-ending surgery he underwent to repair a fractured left ankle, an injury he sustained in the Bears' Week 12 loss to the Jets. Before getting hurt, the third-year wideout was the top target for quarterback Justin Fields, hauling in 40 passes for 493 yards and two touchdowns in 12 games. The Bears are likely to address their receiving group through the draft, free agency and/or the trade market this offseason, but Mooney should be locked into a starting role regardless of what additions Chicago makes.

Mooney ended the season with 40 receptions for 493 yards and two touchdowns over 12 games.

After breaking out with 1,055 yards and four touchdowns in 2021, it was a disappointing season for Mooney. Early in the season, he was limited by an offense that used Justin Fields as a drop-back passer behind a porous offensive line. As the Bears began to use Fields' legs more often, Mooney became more productive. Unless the Bears make adding wide receiver talent an offseason priority, Mooney could remain the team's top option in the passing game. He's under contract with the team through the 2023 season.

Chicago placed Mooney (ankle) on injured reserve Tuesday, Larry Mayer of the Bears' official site reports.

Mooney's move to IR comes as little surprise after Bears head coach Matt Eberflus revealed Monday that the receiver would require season-ending surgery to address the right ankle injury he sustained in Sunday's loss to the Jets. The third-year player finishes the season with 40 receptions for 493 yards and two touchdowns across 61 targets in 10 games. The Bears are left with Chase Claypool, Equanimeous St. Brown, Dante Pettis, Byron Pringle, Velus Jones and N'Keal Harry as their healthy options at receiver with their No. 1 target out for the season.

Coach Matt Eberflus said Monday that Mooney (ankle) is likely headed to IR and will need ankle surgery, which will end his season, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

As expected, Mooney's season is over after suffering an ankle injury on a run play during Sunday's loss to the Jets. He'll end his season with 40 receptions on 61 targets for 493 yards and two touchdowns. It will wind up being a disappointing third season for the wideout, who totaled a career-high 1,055 receiving yards last year.

Mooney likely needs season-ending surgery for the ankle injury he suffered in Sunday's 31-10 loss to the Jets, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Mooney went down in pain after having his leg rolled up on. It turns out the injury was to his ankle, and while further tests are necessary for confirmation, the expectation is that Mooney will need season-ending surgery. He'll likely finish his third NFL season with 40 catches for 493 yards and two touchdowns on 61 targets, getting less than halfway to last year's career-high 1,055 yards.

Mooney left Sunday's game at the Jets with an apparent leg injury, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

On the first play of the Bears' second drive of the third quarter, Mooney stayed on the turf for a spell as he was tended to by team trainers. He then wasn't able to put any weight on his left leg as he was assisted to the locker room. The nature of the issue is unknown, but Chicago may have to go with Equanimeous St. Brown, Chase Claypool, Dante Pettis, Byron Pringle and Velus Jones at wide receiver for the rest of Week 12.

Mooney caught four of five targets for 29 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-24 loss to Atlanta.

Mooney capped Chicago's first possession with a 16-yard touchdown catch. He got behind his defender deep downfield on the next drive, but Justin Fields overthrew the speedy wide receiver. Chicago went with a run-heavy approach the rest of the way, and Mooney actually finished with team-high totals in targets and catches. Fields hurt his non-throwing shoulder late in the game, but even if the starting quarterback plays in Week 12 against the Jets, Mooney will be tough to trust against standout rookie cornerback Sauce Gardner.

Mooney caught all four of his targets for 57 yards in Sunday's 31-30 loss to the Lions.

The four targets represented Mooney's lowest volume since Week 2, but the third-year wideout did what he could with them. Cole Kmet has emerged as Justin Fields' favorite option in recent weeks, leading the Bears with seven targets Sunday and catching five TDs over the last three games, but no other Chicago player saw more than two targets. Mooney remains the top WR in a low-volume passing attack heading into a Week 11 clash with the Falcons.

Mooney secured seven of eight targets for 43 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' 35-32 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday. He also rushed once for two yards.

Mooney led the Bears in receptions, receiving yards and targets while also recording his first touchdown of the season on a nifty 16-yard catch with 1:53 remaining in the first half. The third-year speedster's production continues to unsurprisingly run parallel to Justin Fields' improved efficiency and accuracy, as he now has at least five receptions in three of his last four games. Mooney will aim for another trip to the end zone in a favorable Week 10 home divisional battle against the Lions.

Mooney recorded five receptions on five targets for 70 yards in Sunday's 49-29 loss to the Cowboys.

Mooney got off to a slow start in the first half by tallying only one reception for three yards, with the Bears instead heavily reliant on their rushing attack. However, he was able to make some big plays in the second half -- highlighted by gains of 36 and 17 yards -- to lead the team in both receptions and receiving yards. His volume remains inconsistent, but Mooney has at least one catch of more than 20 yards in five straight games. In that same span, he's managed a minimum of 52 receiving yards.

Mooney recorded three receptions on six targets for 53 yards in Monday's 33-14 win over the Patriots.

Mooney helped the Bears get off to a hot start offensively, tallying receptions of 20,17 and 16 yards prior to halftime. However, Justin Fields attempted just eight passes in the final two quarters with the Bears in control of the game, limiting Mooney's potential for a big performance. Despite the disappointing close to the game, Mooney has topped 50 receiving yards in four consecutive games after combining to post 27 yards across the first three contests of the campaign.

Mooney secured seven of 12 targets for 68 yards in the Bears' 12-7 loss to the Commanders on Thursday night.

The third-year speedster led the Bears in receptions and targets while checking in second in receiving yards, but his final catch of the night is what will draw the most attention. Mooney hauled in a pass from Justin Fields that initially hit him in the chest mid-air as his body crossed the plane of the goal line, but he bobbled it and didn't secure it until coming down about a half-yard short of the end zone. The fact the play unfolded on fourth down with 30 seconds remaining and the Bears down five naturally magnifies the failure to score and sullies what was otherwise his best all-around performance following a forgettable start to the season. Mooney will aim to atone when the Bears visit the Patriots for a Week 7 Monday night showdown Oct. 24.

Mooney caught two of five targets for 52 yards in Sunday's 29-22 loss to the Vikings.

Mooney's performance was highlighted by an outstanding one-handed catch for 39 yards during the second quarter. That play marked Chicago's longest through the air, helping quarterback Justin Fields finish with a season-high 208 passing yards. With back-to-back games with at least 50 receiving yards, Mooney has built a bit of momentum ahead of Week 6's matchup versus the Dolphins.

Mooney caught four of five targets for 94 yards in Sunday's 20-12 loss to the Giants.

Mooney came into this one averaging just nine receiving yards per game in 2022 but posted a performance reminiscent of last season's 1,055-yard campaign. He accounted for most of Justin Fields' 174 passing yards, with the majority of Mooney's production coming on a 56-yard catch in the first quarter. Mooney should remain the top fantasy option in Chicago's low-volume passing game against the Vikings in Week 5.

Mooney caught two of six targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Texans.

Mooney led the Bears in targets but once again failed to make much of an impact as Justin Fields completed only eight passes. Fields is averaging fewer than 100 passing yards per game, so it will be tough to trust any Bears receivers in Week 4 against the Giants, though Mooney remains the nominal top option among that group.

Mooney caught one of two targets for minus-4 yards in Sunday's 27-10 loss to the Packers.

Two weeks into the season, Mooney has just four receiving yards on five targets, and there wasn't any inclement weather to blame his poor performance on this time. He's far from the only member of Chicago's passing attack that's off to a slow start, as quarterback Justin Fields has thrown for just 182 yards through two games. Mooney will try to get his season on track in Week 3 against the Texans and rookie cornerback Derek Stingley, whom Houston selected third overall in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Mooney caught one pass for eight yards in the Bears' 19-10 win over the 49ers on Sunday.

Mooney didn't catch his only pass until the fourth quarter, though he was targeted three times. Both teams threw for just 285 yards, as the game was played on a soaked field along with intermittent heavy rain. He should go back to being heavily targeted when the Bears travel to Green Bay next week.

Mooney caught his only target for five yards in Chicago's preseason game against Cleveland on Saturday.

Mooney didn't have much to do in Chicago's preseason finale, but the exact opposite will be the case when the Bears kick off their regular season schedule. As much as his Week 1 matchup against San Francisco might be less than favorable, the Bears might need to give him a good target count anyway.

Mooney may play the entire first half along with the Bears' starters in Saturday's preseason finale against the Browns,

Mooney was on the field for one drive last week, but coach Matt Eberflus expects to play his starters for the entire first half against Cleveland. Mooney appears to be the unquestioned top option in the Chicago passing attack for Justin Fields going into this season.

Mooney and the Bears starters are expected to be sidelined Saturday against the Browns, Alyssa Barbieri of USA Today reports.

After playing the starters briefly in each of the first two preseason games, the first-string unit is expected to sit out in order to avoid unnecessary injury. Assuming that's the case, we'll see Mooney next in Week 1 against the 49ers.

Mooney caught one of two targets for six yards in Thursday's 27-11 preseason win over Seattle.

Both of Mooney's targets came from starting quarterback Justin Fields, as they both played the first drive and got the remainder of the night off. Chicago's No. 1 wide receiver will likely be used sparingly once again in the Bears' Aug. 27 preseason finale in Cleveland.

Mooney may be on the field for six-to-10 plays in Thursday's game against the Seahawks Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

After playing in two series last week, Mooney is likely to see a similar amount of work this week. However, Fishbain also reported that some players may see 20 snaps, so that's possible for Mooney as well. Coach Matt Eberflus cites the short week as to why starters aren't playing more.

Mooney caught one pass for 26 yards in Saturday's preseason win against Kansas City.

Mooney's lone target came in the Bears' second series while Justin Fields was still in the game and represented the team's longest reception of the day. He should be the Bears' top wide receiver this season.

Mooney is expected to play along with the Bears' starters in Saturday's preseason opener against the Chiefs, Alyssa Barbieri of USA Today reports.

Although not listed by name in the report, coach Matt Eberflus informed reporters that Chicago's starters will play 15 to 20 snaps, though some will play just 10 to 15, in Saturday's game against Kansas City. Mooney is a near lock to start the season as the team's top receiver after surpassing 1,000 yards last year.

Mooney struggled with fatigue at times last year, and he spent the offseason working to avoid a recurrence in 2022, Dan Pompei of The Athletic reports.

Even though Allen Robinson was often thought of as the lead receiver, it was Mooney who was the top receiver on the Bears for the majority of the season. From Week 8 on, he had six games with at least 60 yards with three of those resulted in over 120 yards. He'll have a full training camp to work with Justin Fields, and after finishing 22nd among wide receivers in fantasy points last year, that rapport could help him move inside the top 20.

Mooney caught 12 passes for 126 yards in the Bears' 31-17 Week 18 loss to the Vikings, and he ended the season with 81 receptions 1,054 yards and four touchdowns.

Despite the Bears having a mostly anemic passing attack throughout the season, Mooney showed that is on his way to becoming a star player. On four occasions, he recorded more than 120 yards and although he had just four receiving scores, the lack of touchdowns had more to do with the lack of quality at quarterback than his talent. He'll enter the third year of his four-year rookie deal in 2022, and he could be in line for a breakout season who'll likely be drafted as a top-30 wide receiver.

Mooney caught seven passes for 69 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' 29-3 win over the Giants on Sunday.

Mooney scored his touchdown in the first quarter, but even with the Bears winning in a blowout before halftime, he continued seeing passes from Andy Dalton after the intermission. As the clear lead receiver, Mooney's 13 targets were more than double the amount of any of his teammates. With at least 57 yards in each of his last three games, he'll remain an excellent floor play in Week 18 against the Vikings.

Mooney caught five passes for 57 yards while adding a two-yard rush in the Bears' 25-24 win over the Seahawks on Sunday.

Mooney had fewer than 10 yards with a couple minutes left in the third quarter, but with the team mounting a late comeback, Mooney had a productive finish to the game. Earlier in the contest, Nick Foles struggled to get the ball to his top receiver, underthrowing him on a couple occasions and simply not seeing him on other plays. With a fair chance of the Bears getting back Justin Fields or Andy Dalton in Week 17, Mooney will be in position to take advantage of a middling matchup against the Giants.

Mooney caught five passes for 63 yards in the Bears' 17-9 loss to the Vikings on Monday.

Mooney caught three of his passes on third downs in the first half, which helped the Bears extend drives, but otherwise, the team went with a run-heavy approach, and Mooney disappeared for most of the second and third quarters. Even on the first fourth-quarter drive in which the Bears drove down the field through the air, the only target Mooney saw was an overthrown ball in the end zone that he was unable to stay in bounds on. On the next drive, he had another chance for a score, but again, the pass was overthrown. Although his usage hasn't been consistent, he could easily have a strong finish to the fantasy season with games against the Seahawks and Giants, especially if he can return to the target share he saw between Week 8 and Week 12.

Mooney caught pass for 19 yards in the Bears' 45-30 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Aside from a pair of improbable big receptions by Damiere Byrd and Jakeem Grant, the Bears' passing attack struggled to have consistent success, and Mooney was unable to find much space against a Green Bay secondary that rarely gave him room to operate. Although he was targeted five times, his target total fell behind David Montgomery and Allen Robinson. Over the last two games, Mooney's posted his worst performances since Week 3, but his talent and role in the offense should lead to a rebound in the fantasy playoffs.

Mooney caught five passes for 27 yards in the Bears' 33-22 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday.

Between the Cardinals rolling coverage toward Chicago's top receiver along with Andy Dalton having very little time to throw, Mooney was unable to get anything going downfield. With the Bears playing from behind in the fourth quarter, Mooney was able to catch four of his five passes on the day to provide his fantasy managers with a decent floor performance. Going forward, Mooney could easily perform as a top-30 wide receiver as the lead receiver for the Bears, and he could see extra space to operate if Allen Robinson (hamstring) can return to action soon.

Mooney caught five of eight targets for 123 yards in a 16-14 win over the Lions on Thanksgiving.

With Allen Robinson (hamstring) out for a second straight game and Marquise Goodwin (foot) exiting early Thursday, Mooney was left as Andy Dalton's only reliable option at wideout, and the second-year speedster took full advantage by topping 120 yards for the second straight game and the third time this season. He could have trouble keeping that streak going in Week 13, however. In addition to a tough matchup against the Cardinals and the potential return of Robinson cutting into his opportunities, rookie Justin Fields (ribs) could be back under center in place of Andy Dalton, increasing the volatility of the entire Chicago passing game.

Mooney (foot), who was listed at limited on all three of the Bears' Week 12 practice reports, doesn't have a designation for Thursday's contest at Detroit.

Meanwhile, No. 1 wide receiver Allen Robinson (hamstring) didn't practice and was listed as doubtful for a second week in a row, which resulted in a DNP this past Sunday against the Ravens. During that contest, Mooney notched a career-high 16 targets and turned them into five catches for 121 yards and one touchdowns. Justin Fields left in the second half of Sunday's game due to bruised ribs and won't play Thursday, meaning Mooney will be on the receiving end of passes from Andy Dalton, with whom he connected on a 60-yard score Week 11.

Mooney (foot) was estimated as a limited participant Tuesday for the Bears' walk-through practice.

Chicago has now listed Mooney as a limited participant on both of its first two Week 12 reports, but head coach Matt Nagy hasn't expressed any outward concern about the wideout's availability for a Thanksgiving Day game in Detroit. At the very least, Mooney's health appears to be in a better spot than fellow starting wideout Allen Robinson (hamstring), who went down as a non-participant for the second straight day coming off an absence in the Bears' Week 11 loss to the Ravens. Assuming Robinson is unable to return to action on a short week, Mooney could be in store for another huge target share Thursday. Mooney drew a season-high 16 looks in the loss to Baltimore, catching five of them for 121 yards and a touchdown.

The Bears listed Mooney (foot) as a limited participant on Monday's estimated practice report.

The same foot injury rendered Mooney a limited participant in two of the Bears' practices last week, but it didn't stop the second-year wideout from turning in a season-best 5-121-1 receiving line on a career-high 16 targets in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Ravens. The absence of Allen Robinson (hamstring) likely was a significant factor in Mooney earning extra looks, but the latter could be headed for another busy game Thanksgiving Day against the Lions. Robinson was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice report and may have a tough time gaining clearance to play on a short week.

Mooney caught five passes for 121 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' 16-13 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.

Mooney caught a screen pass from Andy Dalton and raced past the defense for a 60-yard score on his biggest play of the day. He also led the team with 15 targets, and he had a number of near misses on a number of downfield plays that kept him from having an even bigger day. He's averaged 10 targets and 75 yards with two touchdowns over his last three games, and his recent performances have begun to establish him as a solid weekly fantasy starter.

Mooney (foot) has no injury designation for Sunday's game against Baltimore, while fellow Bears wideout Allen Robinson (hamstring) is listed as doubtful, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Mooney has already been more productive than his talented, veteran teammate this season, and the second-year pro now has a nice opportunity for dominant target share. The downside is the possibility of increased attention from the Baltimore secondary, which hasn't played up to its usual standard in 2021 while struggling with injuries and coverage miscommunications. Mooney has seen no fewer than four targets and no more than nine in any game this year, with his best fantasy performance coming in Chicago's most recent game (Week 9 at Pittsburgh) when he had just three catches for 41 yards on six targets but scored one TD through the air and another on the ground.

Mooney (foot) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday.

Prior to preparation for Week 11, Mooney dealt with back and groin injuries. Now, a new health concern is impacting his practice reps, but it should be noted he's been able to play in each of the Bears' nine games this season, logging at least 70 percent of the offensive snaps on each occasion. Friday's injury report will reveal whether he enters the weekend with a designation, but when it comes to his value Mooney could be in line to serve as Justin Field's No. 1 wide receiver with Allen Robinson (hamstring) so far unable to practice this week.

Mooney (foot) was limited in practice Wednesday.

Mooney has been plagued by injuries this season, with back and groin issues impacting his practice reps. After the Bears' Week 10 bye, he now is tending to a foot concern. On a positive note, Mooney was able to fit in some activity Wednesday, which cannot be said for Allen Robinson (hamstring). In any case, the status of Chicago's top two wide receivers is cloudy in advance of Sunday's contest against the Ravens.

Mooney caught three of six targets for 41 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 29-27 loss to the Steelers. He also rushed once for a 15-yard score.

Mooney helped fuel Chicago's comeback effort, taking a wildcat handoff into the end zone to begin the fourth quarter before skillfully securing a 16-yard touchdown catch along the sideline to put the Bears ahead with under two minutes remaining. Although his pair of late scores still didn't result in a victory, Mooney at least enjoyed one of his best performances of the campaign, sending him into the bye week with the only multi-touchdown outing of his early career.

Mooney (groin) is listed as active Monday at Pittsburgh.

Mooney capped Week 9 prep with back-to-back limited practices due to a groin injury, but it won't stop him from missing the first regular-season game of his one-and-half seasons in the NFL. He's mostly had muted performances this season, with just one outing of more than 100 yards and just one touchdown across eight contests. Mooney will aim to up his performance against the Steelers' 14th-ranked pass defense (239.7 yards per game).

Mooney (groin) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against the Steelers.

Mooney popped up on the injury report Thursday and was a limited participant in practice the following two days. The lack of conversation regarding Mooney's injury would seemingly indicate he'll be available for Monday's contest, but more information regarding his status should be available ahead of Monday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff.

Mooney was listed as a limited participant at Thursday's practice due to a groin injury.

Mooney had frequently been included on Chicago's injury reports through the first eight weeks of the season due to the groin issue, but he avoided the initial Week 9 report released Thursday before being added a day later. The Bears haven't provided an explanation behind Mooney's addition, but it could be indicative of a setback suffered during Friday's practice. Regardless, Chicago will see what the second-year wideout is able to do Saturday before deciding whether he'll carry a designation into Monday's game in Pittsburgh.

Mooney caught six passes for 64 yards in the Bears' 33-22 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.

Mooney was targeted nine times, which was six more than any wide receiver on the team, but as usual, with Justin Fields for throwing for less than 200 yards, there was only so much production to go around. Overall, Mooney has three games with at least 66 yards over his last seven contests, and he's the only Chicago wide receiver who has been a viable fantasy option this season.

Mooney caught two passes for 39 yards in the Bears' 38-3 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.

The Buccaneers pressured Justin Fields throughout the afternoon, giving Mooney little chance to operate in his preferred downfield capacity, though he did have receptions of 17 and 22 yards, giving him a passable fantasy performance in a game the Bears failed to find the end zone. He's posted between 35 and 45 yards in each of his last three games, and until the offense shows improvement, he'll likely remain a top-40 fantasy option at WR, though his big-play ability gives him some weekly upside.

Mooney (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Tampa Bay.

Mooney has been playing through the same injury since late September and even managed a full practice this Friday. He'll take on an injury-marred Tampa secondary this Sunday, though favorable matchups haven't necessarily meant much for Chicago's feeble passing game this year.

Mooney (groin) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday.

As he's done since Week 3, Mooney has put in capped weekly workloads in advance of game days due to a groin injury. Week 7 has been no different, but it's yet to be determined whether he'll ditch his designation on the Bears' final practice report. Fellow wide receiver Allen Robinson (ankle) put in limited work, too, Thursday after sitting out Wednesday, so there is some fog hanging over both of the team's top two wide receivers.

Mooney (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Mooney first appeared on the Bears' injury reports with the groin issue Week 3, but it hasn't stopped him from playing in any of the team's ensuing four games. During that four-game stretch, Mooney (14 catches for 214 yards and a touchdown on 24 targets) has actually outproduced No. 1 receiver Allen Robinson (13-175-0 on 21 targets). Mooney also looks to be the healthier of the two wideouts of the moment, as Robinson sat out Wednesday's practice with an ankle injury.

Mooney caught five passes for 45 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' 24-14 loss to the Packers on Sunday

Mooney led the Bears with eight targets, but he was unable to make downfield plays while the Packers were applying consistent pressure on Justin Fields. On his touchdown, Mooney found an opening in the Green Bay zone, and Fields found him for an easy score. Since Fields entered the mix at quarterback for the Bears, Mooney has posted at least 66 yards or scored in three of the last five games, and he should continue to see enough targets to be in consideration as a starting option when making weekly fantasy lineups.

Mooney (groin) has no injury designation for Sunday's game against the Packers.

It was the same deal last week, with Mooney listed on the injury report before logging a full practice Friday and avoiding a game designation. He's showing signs of Year 2 improvement with a 64.5 percent catch rate and 8.4 yards per target, but he's averaging only 6.2 targets per week overall and 5.3 per game with QB Justin Fields as the starter. It is possible Mooney gets some extra looks if Allen Robinson (Q/ankle) is limited or unavailable, though A-Rob returned to practice Friday.

Mooney (groin) was limited at practice Thursday.

With another limited showing under his belt, Mooney has been listed as such in 10 of the past 11 Bears injury reports. Still, it hasn't impacted his ability to suit up on game days, so even if he enters the weekend with a designation for Sunday's contest versus the Packers, he doesn't seem to be a candidate to sit out. Through five outings this season, Mooney has been hit or miss, with three games below 40 receiving yards, one with 100-plus yards and overall no touchdowns.

Mooney (groin) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday.

Mooney has been a regular on Bears injury reports this season, but his health concerns haven't impacted his ability to suit up for games. He hasn't visited the end zone through five contests, but his overall receiving line of 20-261-0 on 31 targets is reasonable enough working with Andy Dalton and rookie Justin Fields. Fields (rib/knee) was able to practice fully Wednesday, while No. 1 wide receiver Allen Robinson (ankle) showed up on the report for the first time this season as a non-participant. The extent of Robinson's health concern is unknown, but Mooney would stand to benefit if the former misses any time or is inhibited on game days.

Mooney (groin) was a full practice participant Friday and doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Quarterback play is now the biggest concern for both Mooney and Allen Robinson, though the second-year pro did catch five of seven targets for 125 yards last week in a 24-14 win over the Lions. Rookie Justin Fields, while erratic, has at least sent 15 of his 52 targets (28.9 percent) in Mooney's direction so far, while Robinson (13, 25.0 percent) is the only other player who has seen more than eight passes from the rookie QB. Injuries could improve Mooney's matchup this week, with the Raiders potentially missing No. 2 CB Trayvon Mullen (foot) and No. 4 CB Damon Arnette (groin).

Mooney (groin) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday.

Despite dealing with a few injuries this season, Mooney hasn't missed a game, and his share of the offensive snaps has been above 70 percent in all four contests. He hit that number exactly this past Sunday against the Lions, but he nonetheless put together his best performance of the campaign (5-125-0 on seven targets). Assuming he gets the all-clear ahead of Sunday's visit to Las Vegas, Mooney may produce against a Raiders defense that has allowed the 12th-most catches (57) to wide receivers in 2021.

Mooney (groin) was limited at Wednesday's practice.

Mooney has been a regular on Bears injury reports this season, first with a back issue and now a groin injury. The latter concern has lingered into a third consecutive week of prep, but he is coming off his most productive performance of the season this past Sunday, when he hauled in five of seven passes for 125 yards versus the Lions. Assuming he gets through this week unscathed, too, Mooney will look to continue to his recent success with Justin Fields under center moving forward.

Mooney caught five passes for 125 yards in the Bears' 24-14 win over the Lions on Sunday.

Mooney streaked between a pair of defenders, and Justin Fields threw a perfect pass on a 64-yard connection, helping the receiver to the first 100-yard game of his career. In a game the Bears threw just 17 passes, Mooney had seven targets, and he was the only Chicago receiver with more than three looks. He's now seen at least seven targets in all but one game this year, but with inconsistent production so far, he'll be a risky fantasy option with moderate upside.

Mooney (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Mooney has been dogged by the groin injury for both of the past two weeks, but it didn't stop him from playing 98 percent of the Bears' offensive snaps in the Week 3 loss to the Browns. The Justin Fields-led passing game struggled mightily in the rookie quarterback's first NFL start, and Mooney was no exception to that, as he finished Week 3 with one reception for nine yards on four targets. Fields will draw a much softer matchup in his second start this weekend, and with some better game planning from the Bears' coaching staff, Mooney could be in store for a bounce-back outing versus Detroit.

Mooney (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Mooney has logged a trio of limited practices this week. He played through this injury against the Browns in Week 3 but was held to one catch in Justin Fields' first start under center. Getting quarterback Andy Dalton (knee) back would be a boon to Mooney's outlook, but Dalton's also listed as questionable after three limited practices of his own.

Mooney (groin) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday.

Mooney has gutted through back and groin injuries so far this season, and even though his practice reps have been capped by the Bears, he's logged at least 89 percent of the offensive snaps in all three games. It's possible the combination of being less than 100 percent and poor quarterback play have contributed to a pedestrian 12-101-0 line on 19 targets, but he'll look to get on the right track Week 4 against the Lions, assuming he's active.

Mooney (groin) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Mooney's availability has been in question for all three games this season, first by a back injury Weeks 1 and 2 and then by a groin issue last week, but he still was able to play on game days. The latter has followed him into Week 4 prep, but perhaps the bigger question mark in Chicago is who will be throwing him passes. Andy Dalton (knee), who sat out this past Sunday in Cleveland, also was limited Wednesday, while rookie Justin Fields brushed off a right thumb injury and practiced in full. If Dalton doesn't make the requisite progress this week, Mooney likely will be on the receiving end of throws from Fields on Sunday against the Lions, assuming the wide receiver suits up again himself.

Mooney caught one pass for nine yards in the Bears' 26-6 loss to the Browns on Sunday.

Mooney was second on the team with four targets, but with the Chicago offense completely dominated by the Browns, the team was unable to sustain drives, which contributed to his weak performance. After having been targeted at least seven times in each of his prior games, he'll likely bounce back, and he may do so in an excellent matchup next week against the Lions.

Mooney (groin) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Browns.

Mooney was limited in practice all week for the Bears, but he'll ultimately suit up despite a "questionable" tag. Last week against the Bengals, Mooney led the bears in snap share and targets, and this week, he'll face a middle-of-the-pack Cleveland secondary that has allowed 29 catches and two touchdowns to opposing wideouts through two games. The other variable here is a new signal caller, as Justin Fields will be making his first career NFL start.

Mooney (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Cleveland.

Mooney was a limited practice participant Wednesday through Friday, after seeing a team-high eight targets (6-66-0) on 89 percent snap share in the Week 2 win over Cincinnati. If Mooney ends up on the inactive list ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. et kickoff, the Bears likely will turn to Marquise Goodwin and/or Damiere Byrd across from Allen Robinson. The team also has Breshad Perriman, but he was a healthy scratch for the first two games.

Mooney (groin) was limited at Thursday's practice.

Prior to having his practice reps capped this week due to a groin injury, Mooney had them managed during prep for the first two games of the season with a back issue. The second-year wide receiver still was able to suit up Weeks 1 and 2, combining for 11 catches (on 15 targets) for 92 yards and no touchdowns. Friday's injury report may clear up Mooney's standing heading into the weekend.

Mooney (groin) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday.

Mooney has been bothered by a back injury each of the first three weeks of the campaign. The results have been modest through two games, with the second-year receiver gathering in 11 of 15 targets for 92 yards and no touchdowns. Assuming he follows the same path this week. Mooney could produce Sunday against a Browns defense that has given up 9.5 YPT to wideouts this season (11th worst in the NFL).

Mooney caught six passes for 66 yards in the Bears' 20-17 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Not only did Mooney lead the team in receiving yardage, but his eight targets made him the only Chicago receiver with more than four. With the Bears leading throughout, they only threw 24 passes, so he could be in line for even better production in future games when the team needs to keep up on the scoreboard, especially as the second option in what seems to be a fairly narrow team target tree.

Mooney (back) is listed as active Sunday against the Bengals.

Going back to Week 1 prep, Mooney has logged four consecutive full practices, but the Bears have listed him as questionable for both of their first two games of the campaign. Still, he's ready to go Week 2 versus a Cincinnati defense that allowed 22 catches (fourth most in the NFL) to Minnesota wide receivers in the season opener.

Mooney (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Mooney logged a trio of full practices throughout the week, so it would be surprising if the Bears' No. 2 receiver ultimately didn't suit up. Still, those relying on him in the fantasy realm should check back prior to kickoff to confirm that Mooney's indeed playing. He caught five passes for just 26 yards in the season opener.

Mooney caught five passes for 26 yards in the Bears' 34-14 loss to the Rams on Sunday.

Mooney had been on the injury report with a back issue coming into this game, but he ended up playing every snap while finishing second on the team with seven targets. With the Rams applying consistent pressure to Andy Dalton, there was little chance of getting the downfield game going, and as a result, Mooney's longest reception went for nine yards. After getting this tough matchup out of the way, he could be in line for a run of solid production based on his talent and opportunity as the clear second option in the passing game after Allen Robinson.

Mooney (back) is listed as active Sunday against the Rams in L.A.

The Bears managed Mooney's practice reps this week, limiting him Wednesday and Thursday. He logged a full session Friday but still entered the weekend as a question mark. With his status for the season opener now known, Mooney will be the team's No. 2 wide receiver behind Allen Robinson, which amounted to 6.1 targets per game as a rookie in 2020.

Mooney (back) is expected to play in Sunday's night's season opener against the Rams, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Official confirmation of Mooney's Week 1 status will arrive when inactives are submitted in advance of Sunday's 8:20 ET kickoff, but supporting the notion that the wideout will be able to give it a go is that he practiced fully Friday after logging limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday.

Mooney (back) upgraded to full practice participation Friday but is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Mark Grote of 670 The Score reports.

The Bears have eight players listed as questionable, including two who were full practice participants throughout the week and another five who logged FP on Friday. Perhaps they're trying to obscure an actual injury concern, but it's more likely they're just being overly cautious with the NFL's injury-reporting system. Mooney should be fine for the season opener Sunday night in Los Angeles, operating as the No. 2 receiver in a Chicago offense that lacks a clear No. 3. He does get a tough matchup to start the season, though the Rams secondary may not be quite as dominant after losing two starting defensive backs (CB Troy Hill and S John Johnson) in the offseason.

Mooney (back) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.

The Bears have capped Mooney's reps so far during Week 1 preparations, but the second-year wide receiver has one more chance to get all the way back to full health for Sunday's visit to the Rams. While he isn't a major challenge to Allen Robinson's standing as the clear No. 1 option in the team's passing attack, Mooney should be good for at least his typical amount of work from 2020 (6.1 targets per game).

Mooney (back) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

It's the first report of a back injury this summer, with limited practice participation suggesting it isn't serious. Assuming he checks out later this week, Mooney is locked in as Chicago's No. 2 receiver, though it may be a distant second to Allen Robinson. The 2020 fifth-round pick showed impressive speed and route-running as a rookie, but he and Mitchell Trubisky struggled to complete plays. The Bears hope it'll be different this year with Andy Dalton, who starts things off with a road game against the Rams. It's a tough matchup for the Chicago passing game overall, but it might work in favor of Mooney's target volume if the Rams put star cover man Jalen Ramsey on Robinson.

Mooney isn't expected to play in Friday's preseason finale against the Titans, Adam Hoge of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Other skill-position players in line to be held out include QB Andy Dalton, RB David Montgomery, WRs Allen Robinson and Marquise Goodwin and TEs Jimmy Graham and Cole Kmet. The Bears figure to center their offense around Robinson and Montgomery again, but Mooney nonetheless has second-year breakout appeal after a solid rookie season where he improved throughout the year. The Bears' poor depth at wide receiver could work in his favor, perhaps leading to an every-down role and steady targets. However, Mooney gets a major challenge to start the season -- a road trip to Los Angeles to face a Rams defense led by DT Aaron Donald and CB Jalen Ramsey. The matchup might at least work in Mooney's favor when it comes to volume if the Rams use Ramsey to shadow Robinson for portions of the game.

Mooney caught a pair of deep passes in Thursday's practice, as he looks to become a consistent downfield target for the Bears this season, Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com reports.

Mooney was frequently able to get open downfield as a rookie in 2020, but the lack of quality quarterback play limited him to just six receptions of over 20 yards. However, if Andy Dalton and Justin Fields are able to show accuracy on deep passes this year, Mooney could potentially see a significant bump in production from last season.

Mooney looked "more polished and explosive" throughout OTAs and June minicamp, according to Adam Jahns of The Athletic.

A fifth-round pick last spring, Mooney handled 98 targets and 73 percent snap share as a rookie, operating as Chicago's No. 2 receiver from Week 2 onward. He did miss the team's lone playoff game with an ankle injury, but there's been no indication it affected his offseason routine, and Mooney should retain the No. 2 spot after the Bears added only Marquise Goodwin and Damiere Byrd to their WR room in the offseason. A breakout would require QBs Andy Dalton and Justin Fields to play better than last year's duo of Mitchell Trubisky and Nick Foles, especially when it comes to downfield passing. Mooney ran a 4.38 40-yard dash at the 2020 Combine, and he ranked 14th in the league last season with 24 targets 20-plus yards downfield (though he caught only four, T-61st). Mooney still figures to be the main deep threat in Chicago, even if Goodwin/Byrd poaches a few of those targets.

Mooney (ankle) appears locked in as a key part of the Bears offense, while the rest of the wideout group is in flux, ESPN.com's Jeff Dickerson reports.

It'll be an interesting offseason in Chicago with WR Allen Robinson and QB Mitchell Trubisky both scheduled to become unrestricted free agents in March. That leaves Mooney, RB David Montgomery and TE Cole Kmet locked in as building blocks at the skill positions, whereas Anthony Miller, Jimmy Graham and Javon Wims are on shakier footing. Mooney finished his rookie year with 61 catches for 631 yards and four touchdowns on 98 targets, playing 73 percent of Chicago's offensive snaps. The workload was surprisingly large for a fifth-round pick, and his subpar efficiency stats -- 62.2 percent catch rate, 10.3 YPR, 6.4 YPT -- were bogged down by Trubisky and Foles' poor accuracy on deep throws. Mooney had his best game of the season Week 17, but he injured his ankle in the process and wasn't able to suit up for the playoff loss to New Orleans. He should have plenty of time to recover from his injury before the Bears' offseason program starts up in April/May. It remains to be seen whether Trubisky, Foles or someone el

Mooney (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Saints, Adam Hoge of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Mooney never managed to practice all week, but it's still a tough blow to a Bears offense that targeted the rookie fifth-round pick 13 times in last week's loss to the Packers. Anthony Miller and Javon Wims will be expected to shoulder some of the additional snaps in Mooney's absence.

Mooney (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's wild-card game in New Orleans.

In the midst of a career performance Week 17 against the Packers -- 11 catches for 93 yards on 13 targets -- Mooney required assistance to get off the field in the fourth quarter. He hasn't logged any activity since injuring his ankle, but at least the Bears haven't ruled out the possibility of the rookie fifth-rounder suiting up this weekend. At the latest, the team will make a call on Mooney's availability about 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:40 p.m. ET kickoff.

Mooney (ankle) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice.

Mooney injured his ankle near the end of the Bears' Week 17 loss to the Packers. The issue has kept him off the practice field this week so far, but he has one more session to prove his health ahead of Sunday's 4:40 p.m. ET kickoff in New Orleans. If he's able to suit up, Mooney previously put up a 5-69-1 line on six targets against the Saints back in Week 8.

Mooney (ankle) is listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's injury report, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

The Wednesday report is an estimate, as the Bears held a walkthrough instead of a regular practice. Mooney had career highs for catches, yards and targets in the Week 17 loss to Green Bay, putting up 11/93/0 before an ankle injury knocked him out of the game in the fourth quarter. Javon Wims picked up most of Mooney's vacated snaps, but Anthony Miller could also get more work if the rookie isn't available for the playoff game in New Orleans on Sunday.

Mooney (ankle) will not return to Sunday's game against the Packers, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Mooney was leading the Bears receivers before being forced out of Sunday's divisional matchup in the fourth quarter. Prior to injuring his ankle, the rookie fifth-round pick had secured 11 of 13 targets for 93 yards.

Mooney caught four passes for 39 yards and added a two-yard rush in Chicago's 41-17 victory over the Jaguars on Sunday.

Although Mooney was second on the team with seven targets, he was unable to turn any of his chances into a big play, and on the one play that he was targeted deep for potential big play, Mitch Trubisky overthrew the pass. Although he scored in each of the last two games coming into this contest, he's failed to reach 50 yards in any of his last seven games, making him a low-upside fantasy option in Week 17 against the Packers.

Mooney caught four passes for 49 yards and a touchdown while adding a 16-yard rush in the Bears' 33-27 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.

Mooney scored his touchdown early in this contest, but with the Bears leading throughout, the team attempted just 21 passes, potentially keeping him from posting a bigger fantasy performance. Although he's scored in each of his last two games, he's failed to reach 50 receiving yards in any of his last six games, making him a risky fantasy option in Week 16 despite facing a weak Jacksonville defense that has a depleted secondary.

Mooney caught two passes for 22 yards and a touchdown while adding a five-yard run in Chicago's 36-7 victory over the Texans on Sunday.

With Allen Robinson and the tight ends soaking up the majority of targets, Mooney made the most of his three touches, as he found the end zone for the first time in five games. He's only surpassed 43 yards twice this season, making him a low-upside option during the fantasy playoffs.

Mooney is active for Sunday's matchup against the Bears, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Though the 23-year-old will suit up for Week 14, it's notable that he was unable to practice all week because of a personal matter. Javon Wims and Riley Ridley are both active for the cross-conference showdown with Houston, meaning Mooney may have to contend for offensive looks. He's attracted 15 targets the past two weeks, but there are signals indicating he may be in line for a lighter workload against Dallas. Ridley (coach's decision) was not active Week 13 for a road trip to Miami.

Coach Matt Nagy said he "feels good" about Mooney's chances to play in Sunday's game against Houston, even though the wideout missed practice all week to attend to a personal issue, Adam Hoge of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Despite missing three practices in a row, Mooney isn't listed as questionable, doubtful or out on the Bears' final injury report. It seems the team expects him to play, but we may not know for sure until Sunday morning.

Mooney (personal) did not practice Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Mooney has now missed two straight practices due to personal reasons, potentially putting his availability for Week 14 in jeopardy. As long as the rookie wideout can get back on the field Friday, though, he should be good for Sunday's game against the Texans.

Mooney missed Wednesday's practice due to personal reasons.

The specifics of the absence remain unclear, as Mooney was away from the team dealing to personal matters. The rookie out of Tulane has been a steady target for the Bears' quarterbacks, racking up 40 catches for 428 yards and two touchdowns through 12 games this campaign. The length of his absence is also uncertain, but it's still too early to panic on his chances to play in Week 14.

Mooney caught four passes for 43 yards in Chicago's 34-30 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

With the Bears leading for the majority this contest, they had no need to aggressively attack the Detroit defense with Mooney's downfield ability, keeping him from taking advantage of a secondary that was missing two of their top three cornerbacks. On the season, he's only surpassed 43 yards on two occasions while failing to reach 70 yards in any contest, making it unlikely that he'll provide fantasy managers with much upside in the fantasy playoffs.

Mooney (knee) is active for Sunday's matchup against Detroit.

Mooney was a late addition to the Bears' injury report this week, sitting out Friday's practice after experiencing no restrictions Wednesday or Thursday. Coach Matt Nagy provided reassurance soon thereafter, noting the receiver's absence as a precautionary measure. The 23-year-old will, indeed, make his 12th appearance of the season during Week 13. He's amassed nine-plus targets in two of his past three games.

Mooney (knee), who is listed as questionable, is expected to play Sunday versus the Lions, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

The 23-year-old was a late addition to the injury report Friday with the knee issue and didn't practice, but he appears to be progressing well halfway through the weekend. Coach Matt Nagy indicated Mooney's absence from practice was a precaution, so it's not a major surprise he's still expected to suit up Sunday. Fellow wideout Allen Robinson (knee) is also likely to play, so quarterback Mitchell Trubisky should have his full complement of weapons in the passing game for the divisional matchup.

Mooney is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions with a knee injury.

A late addition to the Bears' injury report, Mooney didn't practice in any capacity Friday, but head coach Matt Nagy said after that the rookie was withheld from the session as a precaution, according to Larry Mayer of the Bears' official site. Nagy said he expects Mooney to play this weekend, but the coach didn't speak about the potential availability of fellow starting wideout Allen Robinson (knee), who is also being listed as questionable after practicing in a limited fashion Friday. After drawing nine targets in the Bears' Week 12 loss to the Bears, Mooney could again be busy against a suspect Detroit secondary Week 13, particularly if Robinson is sidelined or limited during the contest.

Mooney caught three passes for 34 yards in the Bears' 41-25 loss of the Packers on Sunday.

Mooney was second on the team with nine targets, but whenever Mitchell Trubisky tried to connect with him downfield, the duo couldn't seem to get on the same page. On the season, he's posted between 34 and 69 yards in all but three games, and he'll likely continue to be a low-upside fantasy option.

Mooney caught two passes for three yards in the Bears' 19-13 loss to the Vikings on Monday.

Whenever the Bears were in obvious-passing situations, which was often, the Vikings blitzed relentlessly, which basically eliminated any potential for a downfield passing attack, and as a result, Mooney was a non-factor while seeing a pair of screen passes. He's now been held to fewer than 36 yards for the third time this season, though his typical target volume makes him a potential flex option in weekly lineups.

Mooney caught five passes for 43 yards in the Chicago's 24-17 loss to the Titans on Sunday.

With Chicago falling behind by double digits in the first half, the team mostly abandoned the run, leading to 11 targets for Mooney, though with the Bears missing multiple starting offensive linemen, Nick Foles had little time to target Mooney deep downfield, keeping the receiver's yardage total in check. He's posted at least 40 yards in three straight games, and he's a player who can be considered as a solid flex option in most fantasy leagues.

Mooney caught five passes for 69 yards and a touchdown in Chicago's 26-23 overtime loss to the Saints on Sunday.

After being targeted on numerous deep passes throughout the season, Nick Foles used a play-action fake to slow the pass rush while connecting on a 50-yard pass to Mooney. He later cemented his fantasy day by catching a touchdown pass in the red zone to account for his second score of the season. Mooney's now been targeted at least five times in six straight games, and he's quickly becoming a solid fantasy depth option.

Mooney caught three passes for 40 yards in Chicago's 24-10 loss to the Rams on Monday.

With the Bears trailing for most of the game, Mooney saw three deep passes, but he was unable to haul any of them in. He actually was open for a potential 95-yard touchdown, but Nick Foles was under heavy pressure and he was unable to get the ball out on time. Even though the production hasn't been impressive during his rookie season, Mooney is averaging 6.5 targets over his last four games, and if he can get on the same page with his quarterback, he could see an increase in fantasy value as the season progresses.

Mooney caught three passes for 36 yards in the Bears' 23-16 victory over the Panthers on Sunday.

Mooney continues to be the second -most utilized receiver on the Bears after Allen Robinson, but he's only surpassed 36 yards in one game. Until he begins to show a bit more consistency, he'll continue to be a depth option for fantasy managers.

Mooney caught two passes for 15 yards in the Bears' 20-19 win over the Buccaneers on Thursday.

In the first half, Mooney ran a great route and was wide open for a potential touchdown, but Nick Foles threw an uncatchable pass, keeping the rookie from a big performance. In addition, Mooney saw a couple other deep targets, but neither of the passes were particularly close to being completed. Regardless, he's been playing the second-most snaps of the Chicago receivers, and he's been targeted at least five times in each of the last three games, and he could see his fantasy value grow as the season goes forward.

Mooney (shoulder) is officially active for Thursday's matchup against Tampa Bay.

Mooney came into the contest questionable despite suiting up as a full practice participant throughout the week, so this news isn't surprising. The rookie is coming off a career-high five catches and 52 yards across nine targets in last week's loss to the Colts. Mooney will continue his role as the team's punt return man and piece of the offense, as he's averaging 5.7 targets per game this season.

Mooney (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Tampa Bay, despite being listed as a full practice participant each day this week.

The Bears presumably would list Mooney as 'probable' if the designation still existed. The rookie wideout should be available Thursday night, coming off season highs for targets (nine), catches (five) and yards (52) in Sunday's 19-11 loss to the Colts. Mooney landed between 60 and 74 percent snap share the past three weeks, averaging 5.7 targets per game in the process.

Mooney caught five passes for 52 yards in the Bears' 19-11 loss to the Colts on Sunday.

With Nick Foles getting his first start as the Chicago quarterback, it was clear that the coaching staff wanted to use Mooney as a downfield threat, and although he had an impressive 33-yard reception, he was also targeted deep on two other occasions, but in each case, the pass was uncatchable. Since the start of the season, he's seen the most wide receiver snaps on the team after Allen Robinson, and there's a chance that the increased volume he seen the last two weeks could lead to the rookie breaking out soon.

Mooney caught two passes for 19 yards in Chicago's 30-26 victory over the Falcons on Sunday.

After posting at least 36 yards in each of his first two games, Mooney actually saw a season-high five targets, but he also posted his lowest yardage total of the season. Despite his low yardage total in this contest, his target volume makes him a player who can be considered as a possible flex option.

Mooney caught all three of his targets for 36 yards and a touchdown in Chicago's 17-13 victory over the Giants on Sunday.

With Ted Ginn a healthy scratch, Mooney again saw significant work as an outside receiver, and it's beginning to look as if the rookie will have a prominent role in the offense. He was fortunate on his touchdown reception, as Mitchell Trubisky threw the ball across the field, and Mooney was able to secure the football just before the defender could make a play. He's been targeted three times while posting over 35 yards in each contest to start the season, and he's frequently seeing single coverage playing across the field from Allen Robinson, which will give him a chance to post regular production. At this point, he's a player that fantasy managers should consider adding to rosters as a depth piece in the hopes he can boost his target volume in the upcoming weeks.

Mooney caught all three of his targets for 38 yards in Chicago's 27-23 victory over the Lions on Sunday.

With Chicago trailing by multiple scores throughout the second half, Mooney saw regular work in three-receiver sets, and he ended the day as the team's third leading receiver. Based on this solid performance, he's a player that fantasy managers may consider adding to their benches with the hopes of streaming him in games that the Bears are likely to throw the ball often.