Jaquan Brisker Injury News & Updates

Brisker (back) is active for Sunday's matchup against Minnesota.

Brisker missed Chicago's first two practices this week due to a back issue, but he was able to log a limited session Friday. That appears to be enough for the Penn State product to avoid missing his first game this season. Brisker has played every defensive snap for the Bears so far, and he'll look to keep that streak alive in a big game against the Vikings.

Brisker (back) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Vikings.

Brisker upgraded from DNPs both Wednesday and Thursday to a limited session Friday, giving himself a chance to suit up for the Week 11 divisional matchup. The Penn State product has played in all nine of the Bears' games this season, recording 46 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, and three passes defended. If he's out Sunday, Elijah Hicks will likely operate as the team's top strong safety.

Brisker (back) did not practice Thursday.

With Brisker missing a second consecutive practice, the safety's outlook for Sunday's contest with the Vikings begins to worsen. He'll likely need to practice in some capacity Friday to avoid being ruled out. Elijah Hicks and Jonathan Owens are candidates for increased reps if the 26-year-old veteran is unable to play Sunday.

Brisker (back) did not practice Wednesday.

It's a new injury for Brisker, though he played all 73 defensive snaps last Sunday in a win over the Giants. The veteran safety has yet to miss a single defensive snap through nine games and has piled up 46 tackles (27 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and three pass breakups, including one interception. Elijah Hicks and Jonathan Owens would be candidates for increased reps if Brisker is unable to play Week 11 against Minnesota.

Brisker recorded five tackles (one solo) and a pass defense during the Bears' 24-20 win over the Giants on Sunday.

Brisker finished tied for the fifth most tackles on the Bears on Sunday. He has played every single defensive snap through the first nine games of the regular season and has accumulated 46 tackles (27 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and three pass defenses (one interception).

Brisker totaled six tackles (two solo) in the Bears' 47-42 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Brisker has at least five tackles in his last three games, maintaining a stable tackle floor at safety. He remains a dependable depth IDP option with consistent snap volume.

Brisker recorded five tackles (four solo) in the Bears' loss to the Ravens on Sunday.

Brisker has yet to miss a defensive snap this season and has now recorded 35 tackles (24 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two pass breakups, including one interception, on 424 snaps through seven games.

Brisker tallied six tackles (four solo), including 1.0 sacks, during the Bears' win over the Saints on Sunday.

Brisker had a dominant outing, finishing third on the team in tackles while recording his first sack of the season. The 26-year-old will look to build on this strong performance and keep producing in Chicago's Week 8 matchup versus the Ravens.

Brisker tallied three tackles and intercepted a pass in the Bears' 25-24 win over the Commanders on Monday.

Brisker has at least three tackles in every contest and now one interception, maintaining IDP depth value with occasional spike-week potential.

Brisker (quadriceps) was a full participant in Friday's practice.

The Penn State product didn't practice Thursday due to a quad injury, but it now appears he's moved past the issue. Brisker has played 100 percent of the Bears' defensive snaps through four games this season, recording 21 total tackles and one pass defended. He's expected to start alongside Kevin Byard to form Chicago's top safety duo in the Week 6 matchup against the Commanders.

Brisker (quadriceps) did not practice Thursday.

It's a new injury for Brisker, who is making his first appearance on the injury report this season. Brisker has logged 100 percent of the defensive snaps through four games, so it's possible he was injured in practice this week. Elijah Hicks and Jonathan Owens would be next up at safety if Brisker is unable to play against the Commanders on Monday night.

Brisker tallied nine stops in the Bears' 52-21 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

Brisker led the Bears in tackles against Detroit after posting five tackles in the season opener. He currently offers a stable floor as a cornerback in IDP leagues.

Brisker recorded five tackles (four solo) during Monday's 27-24 loss versus Minnesota.

Brisker will probably have better days in the stat sheet this season, but his line was solid considering the Vikings only ran 49 snaps on offense in Week 1. He figures to see a healthy number of opportunities to stop the run when the Bears travel to take on Detroit in Week 2.

Brisker (concussion) has been participating in Bears' OTAs this week, Scott Bair of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Brisker missed a total of 12 contests last season due to concussion issues, but he appears to be back to full health, as Bair noted Brisker was flying around and "talking serious trash" at Wednesday's practice. Getting Brisker back to his normal self will be a big boost to Chicago's defense.

Bears general manager Ryan Poles said Tuesday he expects Brisker (concussion) to play for Chicago and contribute during the 2025 campaign, Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Poles said Brisker and offensive lineman Ryan Bates (concussion), both of whom ended the 2024 regular season on IR, are "feeling back to themselves," per Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic. A 2022 second-round pick, Brisker missed 12 games in 2024 due to a concussion. The Bears will doubtless prioritize Brisker's health above all other concerns, but it appears the safety is expected to play a role on defense in the 2025 season, in which he'll be playing on the final year of his rookie contract.

Brisker went on injured reserve after suffering a concussion in Week 5.

Clearly, the only thing that matters is Brisker's health. Hopefully, he can recover to full health. If he returns to action in 2025, he'll go into the last year of his rookie contract coming off of a five-game season in which Brisker posted 40 tackles and 1.0 sacks.

General manager Ryan Poles relayed Sunday that Brisker (concussion) "wasn't making the progress we wanted," which is what caused the Bears to place the third-year safety on injured reserve Saturday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Prior to being placed on IR, Brisker had already missed the Bears' previous four games due to a concussion he suffered in Week 5 against the Panthers. The 2022 second-round pick has evidently struggled to go through the league's five-step concussion protocols, and even though the earliest he could return from IR wouldn't be until Week 15 against the Vikings on Monday, Dec. 16, Poles noted that the Bears are "going to slow...and allow [Brisker] to take his time to come back. Would love to see him back this year, but we're just going to take it one week at a time." If he is in fact sidelined for the rest of the 2024 regular season, Brisker will finish with 40 tackles (23 solo), including 1.0 sacks, two pass defenses (including one interception) and one forced fumble across five games.

The Bears placed Brisker (concussion) on injured reserve Thursday, Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com reports.

Brisker entered concussion protocols following the Bears' Week 5 win over the Panthers, which has prevented from playing in each of Chicago's last four games. Now that he's been placed on injured reserve, Brisker will be forced to miss at least the next four regular-season games, making Week 15 against the Vikings on Monday, Dec. 16 the earliest he can return. Elijah Hicks will continue to serve as the Bears' starting strong safety alongside free safety Kevin Byard.

Brisker (concussion) won't play in Sunday's game versus Green Bay, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that Brisker is "week-to-week" as he continues to progress through concussion protocol. His next chance to play will be in Week 12 versus the Vikings.

Brisker (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against New England.

Brisker will miss his fourth consecutive game with the concussion. Elijah Hicks will make another start alongside Kevin Byard at safety.

Brisker (concussion) did not practice Wednesday.

Brisker has missed the Bears' last three games due to a concussion he suffered in Week 5 against the Panthers. Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reported Wednesday that Brisker is unlikely to play Sunday against the Patriots, and his DNP to open the week lines up with that report. Brisker will have to clear the league's five-step concussion protocols before returning to games.

Brisker (concussion) is not expected to clear protocols before Sunday's game against the Patriots, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Brisker hasn't played since Week 5, as he works to recover from a concussion and navigate the league's five-step protocols. An absence Sunday would be his fourth straight, and leave the Bears once again turning to Elijah Hicks to start at strong safety.

Brisker (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals.

Brisker was unable to practice all week and is now in line to miss his third consecutive game due to a concussion sustained in the Bears' Week 5 win over the Panthers. Elijah Hicks is expected to continue serving as Chicago's top strong safety until Brisker can pass through the NFL's five-step concussion protocol.

Brisker (concussion) did not practice Wednesday, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Brisker has been sidelined since he began suffering from concussion symptoms the Monday after their Week 5 win over the Panthers. It's not clear if the Penn State product is making much progress in his recovery, but he'll need to show he can practice and be cleared by an independent neurologist before returning to action. Considering the situation, he may be on the wrong side of questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Brisker (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Commanders.

It appears Brisker still hasn't passed the NFL's five-step concussion protocol following the Bears' bye week, so he's in line to miss his second consecutive game Sunday. Expect Elijah Hicks to start alongside Kevin Byard as part of Chicago's top safety duo in Brisker's stead.

Brisker (concussion) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that Brisker is day-to-day, suggesting he isn't too far from returning to football activities. Even still, if he can't practice Thursday or Friday, it's not likely that he'll suit up in Week 8.

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

Brisker began displaying concussion symptoms Monday, after the team's Week 5 win over the Panthers. Due to this, the Penn State product did not travel with the Bears to London for a Week 6 matchup, and it appears he won't be joining the team on a later flight either. In Brisker's absence, Elijah Hicks will be in line to start at strong safety.

Brisker displayed concussion symptoms Monday is not traveling with the team to London in the evening, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Brisker presumably picked up the injury in Sunday's victory over Carolina. It was the first game he did not see the field for every defensive snap. He finished the game with five tackles (three solo), one pass defended and one forced fumble on 49 snaps (84 percent). There is a chance for him to still fly to London for Week 6 should he clear concussion protocol. If he cannot, Elijah Hicks would presumably be the next-man-up at strong safety.

Brisker tallied 13 stops, an interception and a sack in the Bears' 24-18 win over the Rams on Sunday.

After averaging eight tackles through three games, Brisker had his highest tackle total of the season while recording his first interception and sack of the campaign. With Brisker's worst game of 2024 being a six-tackle performance, he is a high-floor, high-upside IDP as a defensive back.

Brisker collected 10 tackles in the Bears' 24-17 win over the Titans on Sunday.

Brisker averaged seven tackles per game in each of his first two year with the Bears, so his Week 1 performance demonstrates an upside performance based on his career norms. In an emerging Chicago defense, Brisker could be in line to increase his 2022-2023 production, which could make him an elite IDP.

Brisker (undisclosed) was not listed on the Bears' injury report Wednesday.

Brisker missed multiple weeks of practice during training camp due to an unspecified injury. He was able to progress to individual drills, and it appears the 2022 second-round pick is fully healthy from whatever was ailing him. Brisker has registered back-to-back 100-tackle seasons to start his NFL career, and he will serve as the Bears' starting strong safety alongside free safety Kevin Byard.

After missing the last three weeks due to an undisclosed injury, Brisker returned to practice in a limited capacity Tuesday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

It's not clear what has been ailing Brisker, but the 2022 second-round pick has been sidelined with the unspecified injury and has missed both of Chicago's preseason bouts. Given that he's still limited in his practice participation, he'll likely sit out of Thursday's preseason finale against Kansas City. Once fully healthy, Brisker is slated to serve as the Bears' starting strong safety and work alongside free safety Kevin Byard (undisclosed).

Brisker averaged 104.5 tackles and 15 games played during his first two years with the Bears.

Since 2022, Brisker has just four games with fewer than five tackles, giving him an excellent IDP floor. In addition, the safety showed upside last year by posting at least eight tackles in four of his last nine games. If the defense around him continues to improve, Brisker may be freed up to make more big plays. The third-year player is worth considering as a starting option in IDP leagues.

Brisker posted eight tackles in the Bears' 17-9 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Brisker was a high-variance IDP, as his weekly tackle totals showed a patterns of highs and lows. In 15 games, the safety collected 105 tackles, one sack, one interception and a forced fumble. With two years remaining on his rookie contract, Brisker could see his production increase in 2024 if the Bears continue to build on the defensive improvements they made in the second half of the season.

Brisker tallied seven tackles in the Bears' 27-16 win over the Cardinals on Monday.

Brisker has recorded at least six tackles eight of his last nine games, and he's become a high-floor IDP option each week.

Brisker (groin) is officially active for Sunday's game at Cleveland, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Brisker put in two limited practices during the week to earn the questionable tag, and he's been cleared to play Sunday against the Browns. The 24-year-old reached tallied 17 tackles and a forced fumble last week against the Lions, which is the second time this season he's reached double-digit stops.

Brisker (groin) is questionable to suit up against the Browns on Sunday.

Brisker compiled a whopping 17 stops in last Sunday's win over Detroit, but he also picked up a groin injury. The safety logged an LP/DNP/LP progression from Wednesday to Friday, leaving his status in the air for Sunday's contest in Cleveland. If Brisker is unable to suit up, Elijah Hicks figures to slide into his starting role.

Brisker (groin) did not practice Thursday.

Brisker logged a limited practice Wednesday, so this is clearly a step in the wrong direction for the second-year safety, and a late-week downgrade usually doesn't bode well for a player suiting up on game day. Brisker will try to get back on the field Friday to help increase his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Browns.

Brisker (groin) was a limited participant at the Bears' practice Wednesday.

Brisker appears to have picked up a groin injury in Chicago's win over the Lions in Week 14, a contest in which he recorded 17 tackles. The safety will have two more practice sessions to increase his workload to full participation ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Browns.

Brisker recorded 17 tackles in the Bears' 28-13 win over the Lions on Sunday.

Brisker typically records four-to-seven stops in most games. However, he has increased his IDP production with nine or more tackles in three of his last five games. Brisker has gone from being a high-floor IDP to one of the better ones in the league at safety.

Brisker recorded half a sack, three tackles and an interception in the Bears' 12-10 win over the Vikings on Monday.

Although Brisker recorded a season-low with three stops, he made his presence felt by getting his first pick of the season along with his second half-sack game of the year. He'll remain a strong weekly IDP based ion his typical tackle numbers.

Brisker tallied nine tackles in the Bears' 16-13 win over the Panthers on Thursday.

After not posting more than seven stops in the first six games of the season, Brisker has 10 and nine in the last two games. He's been a high floor IDP all season, but now he's showing enhanced upside.

Brisker was a full participant in Chicago's practice Monday.

Brisker missed both Week 8 and Week 9 while dealing with concussion symptoms, but he's since cleared league protocol and should be able to return to action this Thursday versus Carolina. He's been a steady source of tackles when healthy, averaging 6.4 stops over his seven contests thus far this season.

Brisker has been cleared from concussion protocol Monday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Brisker appears poised to return from a two-game absence come Thursday versus Carolina. He will likely step back into a starting role at safety in Week 10, and he projects as a solid IDP option in that role.

Brisker (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints.

Brisker sat out last weekend after suffering the concussion in Week 7 and will miss his second consecutive game this weekend. Duron Harmon stepped into the starting role last week and is likely to do so again Sunday.

Head coach Matt Eberflus clarified Monday that Brisker was placed back in the league's concussion protocol Monday after dealing with an illness in the week leading up to Sunday's game against the Chargers, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Eberflus noted that Brisker cleared concussion protocols last Monday, but started to feel ill and had a fever that persisted throughout the week. He was ruled out of Week 8 on Saturday, and although his illness symptoms cleared Sunday, he started feeling other symptoms and re-entered the league's concussion protocols as a result. Eberflus acknowledged that it is a "unique situation," and said that Brisker and the team were in constant communication over the cornerback's health. The 2022 second-round pick will be eligible to play against the Saints in Week 9 as long as he's able to clear protocols for the second straight week.

Brisker is in the league's concussion protocol Monday, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

After missing practice for all of last week due to an illness, Brisker is in concussion protocol following Chicago's 30-13 loss at the Chargers in Week 8, in which he was sidelined. The Bears' injury reports this week will shed more light on his availability for Sunday's game at New Orleans.

Brisker (illness) has been downgraded to out for Sunday's contest against the Chargers, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Brisker wasn't able to participate in practice this week while dealing with an illness and will be the first game he's missed of the season. Quindell Johnson could be in line for an uptick in defensive snaps Sunday if Eddie Jackson (foot) is also ruled out.

Brisker (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at the Chargers, Adam Jahns of The Athletic reports.

Brisker is in jeopardy of missing his first game this season as he deals with an illness. With Eddie Jackson (foot) also questionable, Chicago may have to call on Quindell Johnson to take on an expanded role in Week 8 if Brisker can't go.

Brisker missed Wednesday's practice due to an illness.

Brisker logged 10 tackles in the Bears' Week 7 win over the Raiders, but also may have picked up some sort of bug. More clarity on his status for this week's game against the Chargers will come as the week progresses. Quindell Johnson would be next-man-up should Brisker have to miss any time.

Brisker notched 10 tackles in the Bears' 30-12 win over the Raiders on Sunday.

Coming into this game, Brisker posted between four and seven tackles in each game. With the Bears having positive game script, Brisker was able to take advantage of his opportunities to post his best game of the season. He still remains a high-floor IDP each week.

Brisker (groin) is good to go for Sunday's matchup with the Raiders, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Brisker was a late addition to the Bears' injury report Friday with a groin issue. After testing things out Sunday morning, the training staff has ultimately given him the green light. Thus, look for him to take on his usual responsibilities at strong safety assuming any setbacks are avoided.

Brisker (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Raiders.

Brisker was added to the Bears' injury report Friday after he was limited at practice with a groin issue. If he can't go in Week 7, Quindell Johnson could start at safety in his place.

Brisker recorded half a sack and six tackles in the Bears' 19-13 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

Brisker has posted between four and seven tackles in each game this season, and he's been a solid floor option at safety in IDP leagues.

Brisker (hamstring) is active for Thursday night's game against the Commanders.

Brisker was listed as questionable, but his inclusion Thursday night is huge for a defense that is missing starters CB Jaylon Johnson and FS Eddie Jackson, along with nickel CB Kyler Gordon. Newcomer Duron Harmon is inactive for Chicago.

Brisker (hamstring) was a limited participant during practice Wednesday and is considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Commanders.

Brisker played every defensive snap of the Bears' game against the Broncos on Sunday, so it's hard to say when the injury occurred or how severe it may be. However, he's looking like a true game-time decision for Thursday's matchup, with his status for the contest unlikely to be updated before inactives are released 90 minutes before kickoff.

Brisker (illness) has returned to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Brisker's return is good news for the Bears, who lost fellow safety Eddie Jackson to a foot injury earlier in the game. The second-year pro will continue manning the free-safety spot for Chicago.

Brisker left Sunday's game against the Buccaneers with an illness, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Brisker's departure will leave Chicago depleted at safety, with Eddie Jackson (foot) also having exited the game early. Quindell Johnson should fill in for Brisker while he is out of the game.

Brisker (groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

The second-year safety out of Penn State is back to practicing in full after being limited Wednesday with a groin injury. Brisker started 15 games for Chicago throughout his rookie year, recording 104 total tackles. Expect the 24-year-old to continue making an impact in the Bears' secondary ahead of the coming season.

Brisker (groin) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday ahead of Week 1 versus Green Bay.

Brisker has not been practicing in a normal capacity since August 16, but it's new information that he's dealing specifically with a groin ailment. Coach Matt Eberflus has expressed confidence the 2022 second-rounder will be ready to go for Sunday, but until Brisker logs a full practice he remains truly questionable.

Head coach Matt Eberflus told reporters Thursday that Brisker (undisclosed) will be rehabbing over the weekend and that Sept. 6 will be a "big day" in determining his availability for Week 1 against the Packers, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Brisker participated in some drills in practice this week while spending time working off to the side with trainers. The 2022 second-round pick out of Penn State is set to start at free safety after a strong rookie season where he posted 104 tackles (73 solo), four sacks and an interception in 15 games.

Brisker is apparently nursing an undisclosed injury, but head coach Matt Eberflus is confident he will be ready for Week 1, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Brisker has not practiced since Aug. 16, but the nature of his injury is not clear at this time. Fortunately, the second-year defender's injury doesn't sound serious. He's expected to start at free safety alongside Eddie Jackson (undisclosed) in Chicago's secondary.

Brisker is expected to remain Chicago's starting strong safety after posting 104 tackles in 2022, Adam Jahns of The Athletic reports.

In addition to his impressive tackle totals, Brisket also had four sacks, three interceptions, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery over 15 games played. After the Bears revamped their defense in the offseason, Brisker may be even more effective on what is potentially a much-better unit. If he adds to his production from last year, he could be one of the top IDPs at safety this season.

Brisker recorded 10 tackles in the Bears' 29-13 loss to the Vikings in Week 18, and ended the season with 104 tackles, four sacks, three interceptions, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery over 15 games played.

After Chicago selected Brisker in the second round of the 2022 draft, he proved to be an immediate impact player. Although he averaged nearly seven tackles per game, his tackle production was at its best from Week 11 on. He also had three interceptions during a five-game span between Week 4-8. A strong case can be made that he should be one of the top safeties off the board in 2023 IDP drafts. He's under contract through 2025.

Brisker posted eight tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 41-10 defeat to the Lions.

Brisker logged his fourth-most tackles in a game this season and his most since returning from a two-game absence with a concussion Weeks 12 and 13. The second-round rookie has also totaled 21 tackles and a sack since the Bears' Week 14 bye, and he should have a chance to record a 100-tackle season if he posts at least a moderate outing Week 18 against Minnesota.

Brisker recorded a sack and seven stops in the Bears' 35-13 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

Although Brisker has an interception and four sacks on the season, his IDP value has mostly come from his production as a tackler. He's recorded at least six tackles in six of his last seven games. As a defensive back, he's become a high-floor fantasy option.

Brisker (concussion) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.

Brisker missed back-to-back games due to a concussion, but he cleared protocols during Chicago's Week 14 bye and is on track to suit up Sunday against the Eagles. Across 11 appearances, the rookie second-round pick has totaled 73 tackles, three sacks, one interception, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.

Coach Matt Eberflus said Monday that Brisker cleared concussion protocols during the team's Week 14 bye, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Brisker missed back-to-back games due to a concussion heading into the Bears' Week 14 bye, but the extra time off appears to have helped. While it looks like the rookie second-round pick will suit up Sunday against Philadelphia, his official status likely won't be known until Chicago releases its official injury report sometime Wednesday.

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

Brisker remains in the league's concussion protocols and will be sidelined for a second consecutive game after failing to practice this week. His next chance to suit up will be Dec. 18 against the Eagles.

Head coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that Brisker remains in concussion protocol and is considered day-to-day ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers, Carmen Vitali of Fox Sports reports.

Brisker was sidelined during Chicago's Week 12 matchup versus the Jets due to a concussion in which he sustained the week prior. The rookie's participation in practice throughout the week should provide further clarification regarding his availability against Green Bay this weekend.

Brisker (concussion) is listed as out for Sunday's game at the Jets.

Brisker will miss his first game of the 2022 season with a concussion he presumably sustained in Week 11 at Atlanta. In place of the second-round rookie, Deandre Houston-Carson is likely in line to start at safety alongside Eddie Jackson in Week 12.

Brisker didn't practice Wednesday due to a concussion.

Brisker recorded a season-high 11 tackles across 51 defensive snaps during the team's Week 11 loss to Atlanta, but he presumably picked up a concussion as well. The rookie safety will have two more opportunities to practice before Chicago needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Jets.

Brisker recorded 11 tackles in the Bears' 27-24 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.

Brisker has been an inconsistent IDP producer this season, but he's recorded at least seven tackles in four of his last five games. Based on his recent production, the rookie is on an upward trend and could remain a solid fantasy producer at the safety position going forward.

Brisker tallied seven stops in the Bears' 31-30 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

After tying his season-low last week with four tackles, Brisker bounced back nicely. He now has at least seven tackles in three of his last four games, and he'll remain a high-floor IDP option most weeks.

Brisker collected nine tackles in the Bears' 49-29 loss to the Cowboys on Sunday.

This was the second time this season that Brisker posted more than seven tackles, though he's yet to have fewer than five stops in any game since Week 1, making him a high-floor IDP option.

Brisker intercepted a pass and recorded seven tackles in the Bears' 33-14 win over the Patriots on Monday.

Brisker has recorded between five and seven tackles in each of his last five games, and he's settling in as a high-floor IDP option.

Brisker recorded a sack and five tackles in the Bears' 12-7 loss to the Commanders on Thursday.

Brisker has two sacks over his last three games. He's also posted between four and six tackles in all but one game, making him a steady floor play in IDP leagues.

Brisker recorded a sack and five tackles in the Bears' 20-12 loss to the Giants on Sunday.

Over the last three weeks, Brisker is averaging seven tackles, and he's emerging as a solid IDP option at safety.

Brisker notched 10 tackles in the Bears' 27-10 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

With Green Bay consistently running the ball for big chunks of yardage, Brisker had plenty of opportunities to pile up tackles. After collecting four stops in the season opener, he appears to be settling in as a high-floor IDP option with upside.

Brisker (thumb) was not listed on the Bears' injury report Wednesday.

Brisker underwent surgery Aug. 20 to address a right thumb injury that sidelined him for all but one game this preseason. The rookie second-round pick should quickly step into a prominent role in Chicago's secondary starting with the team's Week 1 matchup against the 49ers on Sept. 11.

Brisker underwent surgery on his right thumb Saturday, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Brisker suffered the injury during the Bears' first preseason game and has not practiced since. There is no timetable for Brisker's return, but the team has said it is hopeful he will be able to return for a Week 1 matchup against the 49ers. The Bears used a second-round pick to select Brisker in the 2022 NFL Draft, and he is likely to immediately serve as the starting strong safety when healthy.

Brisker is dealing with an injury to his right hand, Mark Grote of 670 The Score reports.

The severity of the injury is unclear, and there's no timetable for his return. Once he recovers, the 2022 second-rounder should be back in line for a starting role, but Dane Cruikshank and Deandre Houston-Carson likely will see increased opportunities in the meantime.

The Bears selected Brisker in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, 48th overall.

The Bears seem indifferent to the matter of supporting quarterback Justin Fields with pass catchers, but at least Brisker and fellow second-round selection Kyler Gordon should help the Bears defense with the heavy lifting that's ahead for them. Brisker (6-foot-1, 199 pounds) has the tools to turn into a standout cover safety in the NFL after a distinguished career at Penn State, and he should emerge as a three-down player for Chicago almost immediately.