Kyler Gordon Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Browns vs Bears game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Dec 7, 2025
Unavailable for Week 14
Gordon suffered a groin injury in warmups and has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Packers, Adam Jahns of AllCHGO.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon made his return to action in Week 13 after missing five contests with a groin injury, and he has now potentially aggravated the previous issue. In his absence, Nayshon Wright and Jaylon Jones will stand to operate in more significant roles in Chicago's secondary.
Nov 28, 2025
Active for Black Friday game
Gordon (calf) is active for Friday's game against the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Gordon was activated from injured reserve Thursday and will make his first appearance since Week 7. He missed the first five weeks of the season with a hamstring injury, so Friday will be Gordon's third appearance of the 2025 campaign. He should return to covering the slot for Chicago.
Nov 27, 2025
Activated off IR
The Bears activated Gordon (calf), who remains questionable for Friday's matchup against Philadelphia, off injured reserve Thursday.
ANALYSIS
All signs point to Gordon returning to action against the Eagles, but that may not be certain until Chicago releases its list of inactives about 90 minutes before Friday's 3:00 p.m. ET kickoff. If Gordon does get cleared to play, he could start at outside cornerback since Tyrique Stevenson has been ruled out for Friday due to a hip injury.
Nov 27, 2025
Officially questionable for Friday
Gordon (calf) has been deemed questionable to play against Philadelphia on Black Friday.
ANALYSIS
Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported earlier Thursday that Gordon is expected to be activated for Friday's battle, and that could certainly be the case, but for now he is officially questionable. He's still on IR and will need to be activated by Thursday afternoon in order to suit up against the Eagles. Gordon has played in only two games this season, as he also missed the first four contests of the campaign due to a hamstring issue.
Nov 27, 2025
Set to be activated
Gordon (calf) is in line to be activated from injured reserve in time for Friday's game against the Eagles, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
The cornerback practiced in full Wednesday, so he appears to be good to go. Gordon has only appeared in two games this season while dealing with lower-body injuries. The 2022 second-round pick played on at least 60 percent of the defensive snaps in each of the games he did suit up for, and he started 13 of the 15 contests he appeared in a year ago.
Nov 26, 2025
Another full practice
Gordon (calf) was a full practice participant Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has only been able to suit up for two games this season while dealing with a few lower-body injuries. He's logged three full practices since being designated to return dating back to last week, suggesting his return Friday against the Eagles is a realistic possibility.
Nov 22, 2025
Won't return this weekend
Gordon (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 12 game against Pittsburgh and will remain on IR for the time being.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has been on injured reserve due to a calf issue since Oct. 25. He was designated to return Wednesday and logged an LP/LP/FP practice progression this week, but he's not yet ready to suit up for game action. The Bears have a short week with their next game set for Black Friday versus Philadelphia, which may have played a part in the decision to hold out Gordon for Sunday.
Nov 21, 2025
Returning in Week 12?
Gordon (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
The Washington product upgraded from limited practice Thursday to a full go Friday, suggesting he's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's contest. However, he must be activated to the Bears' active roster in order to suit up in Week 12. If Gordon returns Sunday, he'll likely operate as one of Chicago's top slot defenders.
Nov 19, 2025
Logs limited practice Wednesday
Gordon (calf) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon practiced for the first time Wednesday since being placed on Chicago's injured reserve list ahead of Week 8 at Baltimore, so it's not a big surprise he wasn't back up to full speed. Unless he can upgrade to full participation at practice Thursday or Friday, he'll probably end up carrying an injury designation into the weekend.
Nov 19, 2025
Practice window opens
Gordon (groin/calf) was designated to return from the injured reserve list Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
The Washington product has missed Chicago's last four games due to groin and calf injuries, but it now appears he's nearing a return. He now has 21 days to be added to the Bears' active roster before reverting to IR. Gordon has been an integral part of Chicago's secondary, recording 75 total tackles, five passes defensed and one forced fumble over 15 appearances in 2024. He's been limited to just two games this season, but once fully healthy, he's likely to reclaim his role as the team's top slot corner.
Oct 25, 2025
Moves to IR
Gordon (groin/calf) was placed on the injured reserve list Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon had already been ruled out for the Bears' Week 8 matchup against the Ravens, but he'll now be forced to miss the team's next four contests due to groin and calf injuries. The Washington product has appeared in just two games this season, recording six total tackles, including 1.0 sacks. Nick McCloud is expected to operate as Chicago's top slot corner until Gordon returns from injury.
Oct 24, 2025
Won't play Sunday
Gordon (groin/calf) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
The 25-year-old downgraded from a limited practice session Thursday to a DNP on Friday, suggesting his groin and calf injuries worsened throughout the week. Gordon has appeared in just two games this season, recording four total tackles, including 1.0 sacks. While he's sidelined again in Week 8, expect Nick McCloud to draw another start at slot corner.
Oct 23, 2025
Added to injury report
Gordon (groin/calf) was limited in practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon wasn't listed on the injury report Wednesday, so it appears he sustained his groin and calf issues during practice. Unless he resumes practicing in full Friday, Gordon will likely carry an injury designation into the weekend as the Bears prepare for a road matchup against the Ravens on Sunday.
Oct 14, 2025
Recovers fumble in season debut
Gordon recorded two tackles and recovered a fumble in the Bears' 25-24 win over the Commanders on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon recorded limited stats in his return from a hamstring injury, and he'll become more productive as he rounds back into form. For now, he's a watch list IDP option.
Oct 11, 2025
Will play against Washington
Gordon (hamstring) does not carry an injury designation into Monday's game against the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has been cleared to make his 2025 regular-season debut Monday after logging a full practice Saturday. The 2022 second-rounder has been working through a hamstring injury from the offseason, so he may be deployed in a rotational role in the secondary in his return.
Oct 9, 2025
Limited Thursday
Gordon (hamstring) was limited in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has yet to play this season, but a limited practice to start the week out of the Bears' bye would seem to give Gordon a good chance to play Monday night against Washington. Gordon typically covers the slot for Chicago.
Sep 30, 2025
Participates in Tuesday's practice
Gordon (hamstring) was spotted on the field during the media-access portion of the Bears' practice session Tuesday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon missed the first four games of the regular season due to a hamstring injury that he picked up during training camp in mid-August. His ability to participate in Tuesday's unofficial practice is a positive sign for the 2022 second-rounder, and with the Bears on a bye for Week 5, he could make his 2025 debut in Week 6 against the Commanders on Monday, Oct. 13.
Sep 28, 2025
Won't play against Las Vegas
Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Gordon will miss a fourth consecutive game due to a hamstring injury that he sustained in mid-August. With the Bears on a bye for Week 5, Gordon will have additional time to rehab from his injury and make his 2025 regular-season debut in Week 6 against the Commanders on Sunday, Oct. 13. Nick McCloud will continue to see additional work out of the slot cornerback position in Gordon's absence.
Sep 26, 2025
Could return in Week 4
Gordon (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
The Washington product was sidelined for Chicago's first three games this season due to a hamstring injury. However, he upgraded from a DNP on Thursday to a limited practice session Friday, suggesting he's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday. Gordon is expected to serve as the Bears' top slot corner if he returns in Week 4. If not, expect Nick McCloud to start in Chicago's secondary.
Sep 25, 2025
DNP on Thursday
Gordon (hamstring) did not participate in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
A hamstring injury from training camp in mid-August has kept Gordon sidelined for the Bears' first three games of the regular season. He's unlikely to play against the Raiders on Sunday unless he can practice in at least a limited capacity Friday. Nick McCloud should continue to see additional snaps in the Bears' secondary for as long as Gordon is sidelined.
Sep 24, 2025
Unavailable for practice
Gordon (hamstring) did not participate at practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has yet to play this season due to a hamstring injury that he suffered in early August. The cornerback will likely have to practice in some capacity in order to play Sunday in Las Vegas, and he'll have two more chances to do so.
Sep 19, 2025
Out for Week 3
Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Gordon logged a trio of DNPs in practice this week and will miss his third straight game to open the season. Nick McCloud will again handle nickel cornerback duties behind Tyrique Stevenson and Nahshon Wright.
Sep 17, 2025
Misses practice Wednesday
Gordon (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has missed the first two games of the season, and coach Ben Johnson said Monday that Gordon is considered week-to-week. With Jaylon Johnson (groin) expected to miss the entire season, Gordon's absence is huge for a Chicago secondary that has been picked apart by J.J. McCarthy and Jared Goff in back-to-back games to open the 2025 campaign.
Sep 15, 2025
Deemed week-to-week by coach
Chicago head coach Ben Johnson considers Gordon (hamstring) week-to-week, Scott Bair of Marquee Sports Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has already missed the first two games of the campaign with the hamstring issue, and it sounds like he's at risk of sitting out again Week 3. Nick McCloud has been starting in the slot for the Bears and will likely continue to do so until Gordon can return to action.
Sep 12, 2025
Missing more time
Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Gordon is now in line to miss his second consecutive game Sunday after logging three consecutive DNPs during the Bears' week of practice due to a hamstring injury. The fourth-year corner from Washington impressed in 2024, recording 75 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, and five passes defended over 15 appearances. With Gordon sidelined again in Week 2, Nick McCloud will likely remain Chicago's top slot corner.
Sep 11, 2025
Doesn't practice Thursday
Gordon (hamstring) did not participate in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
A hamstring injury prevented Gordon from playing in the Bears' regular-season opener against the Vikings on Monday. He has opened the week with back-to-back DNPs, and a missed practice Friday would likely rule him out for Week 2 against the Lions on Sunday. Nick McCloud would be in line to see additional snaps out of the slot corner for a second consecutive week if Gordon is not cleared to play.
Sep 10, 2025
Unavailable Wednesday
Gordon (hamstring) was estimated to be a non-participant at the Bears' walkthrough Wednesday, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon did not play in Monday's 27-24 loss to the Vikings in Week 1 after being a late addition to the injury report Saturday with a hamstring injury. The cornerback had a previous hamstring issue that sidelined him for a chunk of time during the preseason, and it's possible that he aggravated the issue late last week. Gordon will likely have to return to practice in some capacity this week in order to potentially play Sunday versus the Lions.
Sep 8, 2025
Inactive versus Minnesota
Gordon (hamstring) is inactive for Monday night's game against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Gordon was a late addition to the injury report Sunday and was listed as questionable. Chicago will now be without No. 1 corner Jaylon Johnson (groin) and its top slot cornerback, Gordon, versus Justin Jefferson and Adam Thielen.
Sep 7, 2025
Now deemed questionable for Monday
Gordon (hamstring) was added to the Bears' injury report Sunday and is questionable for Monday's matchup against Minnesota.
ANALYSIS
Gordon dealt with a hamstring issue through much of August but wasn't initially on Chicago's injury report this week. That changed Sunday, however, as Gordon was added to the report and deemed questionable for the regular-season opener. If he's not able to suit up Monday, Nick McCloud could be asked to step into more defensive snaps than previously anticipated.
Sep 4, 2025
Not on injury report
Gordon (hamstring) is not listed on Thursday's injury report.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has fully recovered from the hamstring injury that forced him to miss time early in training camp. He can be considered fully on track to start at slot cornerback during Monday night's regular-season opener at home against the Vikings.
Aug 20, 2025
Returns to practice
Gordon (hamstring) participated in Chicago's practice Wednesday, Adam Jahns of AllCHGO.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon is close to being at full health after having suffered a hamstring injury in practice earlier this month. He was unable to participate in during the team periods of practice however, and is expected to serve as the team's starting slot cornerback once the regular season begins.
Aug 13, 2025
Week-to-week
Gordon (hamstring) is considered week-to-week, Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com reports.
ANALYSIS
After dealing with a lower body injury during the offseason, Gordon is now sidelined due to a hamstring issue, but head coach Ben Johnson told reporters he should return before the end of the preseason. The 25-year-old signed a three-year, $40 million extension with the Bears in April and is expected to continue being their primary slot cornerback.
Aug 8, 2025
Nursing hamstring injury
Gordon did not participate in Friday's training camp practice due to a hamstring injury, Adam Jahns of AllCHGO.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon was cleared to practice to open training camp after rehabbing from a soft tissue injury during the offseason. He's now dealing with a new hamstring injury, which jeopardizes his chances of playing in Sunday's preseason opener against the Dolphins. Zah Frazier and Josh Blackwell would be the top candidates to see more snaps at slot corner if Gordon is unable to play.
Jul 30, 2025
Participating in training camp
Gordon (lower body) is participating in Chicago's training camp, Alyssa Barbieri of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon was dealing with a soft tissue injury in his lower body earlier in the offseason but is now healthy again. The 25-year-old recorded 75 tackles (45 solo) in 15 games with the Bears last season and is slated to serve as the team's starting slot cornerback once again during the upcoming campaign.
May 28, 2025
Dealing with injury
Gordonis is currently dealing with a soft tissue injury to his lower body, Scott Bair of Marquee Sports Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon totaled 75 tackles (45 solo) in 15 games with the Bears last season and is in line to be a starter once again should he be healthy for the start of the regular season. Should he end up being sidelined for an extended period of time, Josh. Lackwell could see extended playing time.
Apr 13, 2025
Signs three-year extension
Gordon and the Bears agreed on a three-year, $40 million contract extension with $31.25 million guaranteed Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon will stick around Chicago for the foreseeable future after securing a new deal Sunday. The cornerback is coming off of a 2024 campaign in which he compiled 75 total tackles (48 solo), including 0.5 sacks, while also adding five passes defensed, a forced fumble and three fumble recoveries over 15 regular-season games. Gordon will likely operate as the Bears' primary slot cornerback again in 2025, playing alongside Jaylon Johnson (quadriceps) and Tyrique Stevenson.
Jan 6, 2025
75 stops in 2024
Gordon tallied four stops in the Bears' 24-22 win over the Packers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon posted between four and seven tackles in all but one game this season, and his 75 stops was four more than his previous career high. After picking off five passes in his first two seasons, the cornerback failed to secure any this season. Gordon will go into the last year of his rookie deal, and he should remain a low-ceiling IDP unless he can outperform his career norms.
Jan 3, 2025
Cleared to play Week 18
Gordon (illness) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Gordon popped up on the injury report Thursday, logging a DNP, but he returned to full work Friday. The Bears' slot corner is scheduled to see plenty of Jayden Reed in coverage Sunday, as the Packers jockey for the No. 6 or 7 seed in the NFC playoff picture.
Jan 2, 2025
Pops up on Thursday's injury report
Gordon (illness) did not participate in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Gordon was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, but it appears he is under the weather as he was unable to participate in Thursday's session. Friday's injury report will provide clarity on his status ahead of Sunday's NFC North clash against the Packers. The 2022 second-round pick has logged 38 tackles (24 solo), four pass defenses, one fumble and one fumble recovery over his last eight games.
Dec 28, 2024
Notches six tackles in Week 17
Gordon tallied six tackles (three solo), defensed a pass and recovered a fumble he forced himself in Thursday's 6-3 loss to Seattle.
ANALYSIS
Gordon stood out on defense in the low-scoring affair. His most impactful play came late in the third quarter, when he forced a Pharaoh Brown fumble and recovered the ball himself. It initially appeared that Gordon recovered the fumble for a touchdown, but replay reversed the call and deemed the cornerback down by contact. Gordon has recovered three fumbles this season.
Dec 9, 2024
Records seven tackles in loss
Gordon tallied seven tackles (five solo) in Chicago's 38-13 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Sunday's outing marked the third time this season that Gordon managed to record seven tackles. The 24-year-old will look to produce once again during the Bears' upcoming Week 15 matchup against Minnesota.
Nov 8, 2024
Cleared to play Sunday
Gordon (hamstring) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Patriots and is expected to play.
ANALYSIS
Gordon had missed the previous two games but looks poised to return in Week 10. Through six games this season, Gordon has recorded 33 tackles (20 solo), including 0.5 sacks, two fumble recoveries and one pass breakup as the Bears' slot corner.
Nov 6, 2024
Still tending to injury
Gordon (hamstring) will be limited in practice Wednesday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon closed out last week with a limited practice but still missed his second-straight game of the season due to the injury. He'll work to ramp up his activity Thursday and Friday, to increase his likeliness of suiting up Sunday against the Patriots.
Nov 3, 2024
Inactive Sunday
Gordon (hamstring) will not play in Sunday's game verus the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Gordon saw his workload at practice increase to close out the week, which was cause for optimism heading into Week 9. However, the Bears will ultimately err on the side of caution with his return. The cornerback has been sidelined since injuring his hamstring in Week 6.
Nov 1, 2024
Could play in Week 9
Gordon (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Gordon upgraded to limited work Friday after recording consecutive DNPs to begin the Bears' week of practice, suggesting that he's trending toward playing Sunday. However, if the third-year pro from Washington misses his second game in a row in Week 9, Josh Blackwell will likely serve as Chicago's top slot corner.
Oct 30, 2024
Still sidelined
Gordon (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon suffered the injury Week 6 against the Jaguars in London. After a Week 7 bye, the Washington product logged a trio of DNPs before missing this past Sunday's loss to the Commanders. He'll likely need to return to the practice field in some capacity Thursday or Friday to suit up Week 9 against the Cardinals.
Oct 25, 2024
Out for Sunday
Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Gordon didn't practice all week after sustaining a hamstring injury in the Bears' Week 6 win over the Jaguars, so it's no surprise he won't suit up Sunday. Josh Blackwell is expected to serve as the Bears' top slot corner while Gordon continues to recover.
Oct 23, 2024
Not practicing Wednesday
Gordon (hamstring) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that Gordon is day-to-day as he continues to tend to the hamstring issue he picked up in Week 6 against the Jaguars. He'll probably need to return to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have any chance to suit up in Week 8.
Oct 14, 2024
Gets further imaging Monday
Head coach Matt Eberflus told reports that Gordon got further imaging done on his hamstring injury Monday morning, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Eberflus added that he didn't have an update on Gordon's injury at the moment, but he's hopeful that Chicago's Week 7 bye will give the third-year cornerback enough time to recover. If Gordon is forced to miss the Bears' matchup against the Commanders in Week 8, expect Josh Blackwell to serve as Chicago's top slot corner.
Oct 13, 2024
Injures hamstring Week 6
Gordon hurt his hamstring against Jacksonville in London on Sunday and has been ruled out from returning to the contest.
ANALYSIS
Gordon was injured early in the third quarter and was ruled out before the end of the same period. He had a productive performance prior to getting hurt, tallying seven tackles (five solo), including one for loss. It's unclear how serious the hamstring issue is, but Gordon will have until the Bears' Oct. 27 game against the Commanders to try to heal with Chicago on bye Week 7.
Oct 10, 2024
Set for Sunday
Gordon (heel) was a full participant in practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon was limited Wednesday but was able to ramp up his activity level and put the injury behind him Thursday. The Washington product should return to operating as the team's slot corner in London against the Jaguars on Sunday.
Oct 9, 2024
Dealing with injury
Gordon (heel) was listed as limited on Wednesday's practice estimate, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon played a smaller percentage of defensive snaps in Week 5's win over the Panthers than he's used to, so it's likely he picked up the injury during that matchup. The Bears only held a walkthrough in London on Wednesday, so his participation is just an estimate. He'll work to ramp up his activity Thursday or Friday; however, if he's unable to play Sunday against the Jaguars, Josh Blackwell would likely handle nickel corner duties.
Aug 6, 2024
Expected to be primary slot corner
Gordon played as the third cornerback behind Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson last year, and will likely retain a similar role in 2024.
ANALYSIS
After Gordon played 823 snaps as a rookie, Gordon was moved into the No.3 role, resulting in a drop to 623 snaps. With the expectation of a similar snap share this season, Gordon's IDP value will likely be capped due to playing time.
Jan 8, 2024
Concludes second season in Chicago
Gordon tallied three tackles in the Bears' 17-9 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
After Gordon played 823 snaps as a rookie, Chicago drafted cornerback Tyrique Stevenson in the 2023 draft, which pushed Gordon into the No.3 role, resulting in a fall to 623 snaps. In 14 games, the second-year corner posted 61 tackles, two interceptions and one sack. Gordon will enter the 2024 season in the third of a four-year contract.
Jan 7, 2024
Playing Sunday
Gordon (calf) is active Sunday against the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Gordon tweaked his calf in practice Thursday, which landed him on the injury report and put his Week 18 status into question. However, the second-year pro has recovered quickly enough that'll he be on the field for the Bears' last game of the season.
Jan 5, 2024
Questionable with calf injury
Gordon (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Green Bay, Harrison Graham of ChatSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Per Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com, coach Matt Eberflus said Gordon "tweaked" his calf Thursday but is "hopefully trending in the right direction." If he's sidelined for Week 18, rookie fifth-rounder Terell Smith could see an expanded role.
Jan 1, 2024
Picks off second pass of season
Gordon recorded three tackles and an interception in the Bears' 37-17 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Coming into this game, Gordon had recorded at least seven tackles in four of his last six games, but despite his low tackle total, he bailed out his fantasy investors by nabbing his second interception of the year. Based on his recent performances, Gordon will be considered a middling IDP option in Week 18 at Green Bay.
Dec 25, 2023
Collects first sack of season
Gordon recorded eight tackles and a sack in the Bears' 27-16 win over the Cardinals on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has posted at least seven tackles in four of his last six games, and he's only had fewer than four tackles on one occasion since Week 6. As a result of his overall production, Gordon will remain a solid-floor IDP option as the season winds down.
Dec 17, 2023
Solid tackle total
Gordon tallied seven stops in the Bears' 20-17 loss to the Browns on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has posted at least four tackles in eight of his last nine games, and he should remain a solid-floor weekly IDP during the remainder of the fantasy playoffs.
Nov 10, 2023
Season-high tackle total
Gordon recorded eight tackles in the Bears' 16-13 win over the Panthers on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has posted between four and eight tackles in each of his last five games, and he should continue to be a high-floor IDP going forward.
Oct 14, 2023
Comes off IR
The Bears activated Gordon (hand) from injured reserve ahead of their Week 6 contest versus Minnesota, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon injured his hand Week 1 against Green Bay and was subsequently placed on IR. He logged limited practice sessions Wednesday and Thursday this week before ascending to a full practice Friday, setting the stage for him to return to face the Vikings on Sunday. Gordon should reclaim his role as Chicago's starting right cornerback for that matchup.
Oct 13, 2023
Could play vs. Vikes
Gordon (hand) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game versus Minnesota.
ANALYSIS
Although he still hasn't technically been activated from Chicago's injured reserve list, it seems like he has a good chance to return from a four-game absence in Week 6. If available, he'd probably step back into a sizable role at corner right away Sunday.
Oct 9, 2023
Slated for return
Gordon (hand) was designated to return from IR on Monday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon suffered a broken hand which required surgery, but after missing the minimum of four weeks on injured reserve, the second-year corner will return to practice this week. He now has a 21-day window to work with the team before needing to be added to the active roster, but he could return as soon as Sunday against the Vikings.
Sep 15, 2023
Undergoes hand surgery
Gordon (hand, IR) underwent surgery on his broken hand Thursday, Adam Hoge of AllCHGO.com reports.
ANALYSIS
According to Hoge, the team's "hope" is that Gordon will be able to return in Week 6 after he misses the required four games on injured reserve. With fellow CB Josh Blackwell (hamstring) also injured and doubtful for Week 2, the Bears will be dipping deep into their cornerback depth chart against the Bucs.
Sep 14, 2023
Moves to IR
Gordon (hand) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, Larry Mayer of the Bears' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon has been unable to practice since suffering the injury in Sunday's loss to the Packers. The second-year pro will now be forced to miss at least the next four games while he recovers. In his absence, Terell Smith and Greg Stroman will be candidates to see extra work in the secondary.
Sep 13, 2023
Still dealing with injury
Gordon (hand) will not practice Wednesday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon exited Sunday's loss to the Packers with the injury, and he appears to still be feeling the effects of it. He'll try and get back on the practice field Thursday with a matchup against the Buccaneers on Sunday looming.
Sep 10, 2023
Won't return Sunday
Gordon has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Packers due to a hand injury, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon recorded a solo tackle and a pass defense to begin Sunday's matchup, but he was ruled out for the remainder of the matchup at the start of the fourth quarter. It's unclear whether he'll be forced to miss additional time, but Tyrique Stevenson and Terell Smith could see increased playing time for the remainder of Sunday's game.
Aug 15, 2023
Settling into slot role
Gordon has had a strong training camp, and he projects to be the Bears' starting slot corner, Adam Jahns of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon struggled as a rookie playing on the outside in 2022. However, he has been outstanding this summer, and seemingly faces little competition for a starting role defending the slot.
May 31, 2023
Embracing nickel position
Gordon is fully embracing the nickel position, Mark Grote of WSCR Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon had a successful rookie campaign, posting 71 tackles, three interceptions, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. He rotated between the slot and outside cornerback spots last year, but it appears he'll be playing primarily inside during Year 2, meaning rookie second-round pick Tyrique Stevenson may be the favorite for the starting spot opposite Jaylon Johnson. Moving inside will likely put Gordon in positions to make more impact plays, which should bode well for his fantasy value.
Jan 8, 2023
Inactive in season finale
Gordon ended the season with 71 tackles, three interceptions, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery over 14 games played.
ANALYSIS
After being selected in the second round of the 2022 draft, Gordon had an excellent rookie season. He averaged five tackles and also picked off three passes, and aside from two games in which he didn't record a tackle, he had at least five stops in the majority of games. He seems to be a player on the rise, and may quickly become one of the top IDP players at cornerback as early as 2023. He's under contract through 2025.
Jan 8, 2023
Not playing Sunday
Gordon (groin) is inactive Sunday against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Gordon popped up on the team's injury report Thursday and closed out the week with back-to-back limited practices. His absence will leave the team down a starting corner, and also lead to extra opportunities for Breon Borders and Harrison Hand.
Jan 6, 2023
Considered questionable
Gordon (groin) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Gordon landed on the injury report Thursday as a limited participant due to a groin injury and remained limited Friday. However, he'll still have a chance to suit up Sunday. Jaylon Jones (concussion) has already been ruled out, so Chicago may be without two of its top cornerbacks for the regular-season finale.
Dec 24, 2022
Intercepts third pass of season
Gordon picked off a pass and posted five tackles in the Bears' 35-13 loss to the Bills on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon now has three interceptions over his last seven games, though his tackle numbers have been inconsistent over the last four weeks. His inconsistency makes him a volatile weekly IDP option.
Dec 18, 2022
Shines in return to action
Gordon intercepted a pass and added four tackles in the Bears' 25-20 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon missed Chicago's last two games due to a concussion, and he recorded his second interception of the season. In terms of tackles, he's been inconsistent, with as few as zero in multiple games with as many as 10. His low scoring floor makes him a risky IDP option.
Dec 14, 2022
Listed as full participant
Gordon (concussion) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Gordon missed back-to-back matchups due to a concussion, but he cleared protocols during the team's Week 14 bye and is on track to suit up Sunday against the Eagles. The rookie second-round pick has recorded 55 tackles, four pass defenses, one interception and one forced fumble across 11 appearances.
Dec 12, 2022
Clears concussion protocol
Coach Matt Eberflus said Monday that Gordon cleared concussion protocols during the team's Week 14 bye, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon missed back-to-back games due to a concussion heading into the Bears' Week 14 bye, but the extended time off appears to have been beneficial. While it appears the rookie second-round pick will suit up Sunday against the Eagles, his official status likely won't be known until Chicago releases its official injury report sometime Wednesday.
Dec 2, 2022
Won't play against Packers
Gordon (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Green Bay.
ANALYSIS
Gordon continues to deal with a concussion and will be unavailable for a second consecutive game. He'll have an additional week to rest since the Bears have a Week 14 bye, and his next chance to take the field will be Dec. 18 against Philadelphia.
Nov 30, 2022
Still working through concussion
Head coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that Gordon remains in concussion protocol and is considered day-to-day ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers, Carmen Vitali of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Gordon was sidelined during Chicago's Week 12 matchup versus the Jets due to a concussion in which he sustained the week prior. If the rookie is eventually sidelined for a second consecutive contest, then Jaylon Johnson, Jaylon Jones and Kindle Vildor would be slated to command the team's cornerback duties this weekend against Green Bay.
Nov 25, 2022
Won't play at Jets
Gordon (concussion) is listed as out for Sunday's game at the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Gordon will miss his first game of the 2022 season with a concussion he presumably sustained in Week 11 at Atlanta. In the rookie second-rounder's absence, Jaylon Jones should be in line for an expanded role at corner against a Mike White-led Jets passing offense.
Nov 23, 2022
In concussion protocol
Gordon didn't practice Wednesday due to a concussion.
ANALYSIS
Gordon presumably suffered the concussion during the team's Week 11 loss to the Falcons, as he played a season-low 37 defensive snaps. He'll have two more opportunities to practice before the Bears needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Jets, but if he's sidelined, Kindle Vildor and Jaylon Jones would be candidates for increased roles opposite Jaylon Johnson.
Nov 6, 2022
Tallies eight stops
Gordon recorded eight tackles in the Bears' 35-32 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Gordon had posted a total of three tackles over his prior two games, and his eight-tackle performance against Miami was his second-highest total of the season. Before his recent inconsistency, he had posted at least four tackles in his first six games. He now should be considered a volatile IDP option going forward.
Nov 4, 2022
Cleared for Sunday
Gordon doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
Gordon was a limited participant during practice Wednesday and Thursday but upgraded to full participation Friday and has been cleared for Sunday. The rookie second-round pick has totaled 40 tackles, one interception and one forced fumble while playing nearly every defensive snap across eight games.
Oct 25, 2022
Posts first career interception
Gordon picked off a pass in the Bears' 33-14 win over the Patriots on Monday.
ANALYSIS
After collecting at least four tackles in each of his first six games, Gordon did not record a single tackle, and his only contribution to the stat sheet was a big one- the rookie's first interception. It would seem that his failure to record a tackle is an outlier in IDP leagues, and he'll likely continue to have a solid scoring floor in most games.
Oct 9, 2022
Season-high tackle total
Gordon recorded 10 tackles in the Bears' 29-22 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Especially in the first half, the Vikings throwing the ball often, resulting in high tackle totals for Gordon and other Chicago defensive backs. Going into this game, he had posted between four and six tackles in each game. Although his production appears to be an outlier, it shows he possesses ceiling to go with a solid scoring floor.
Sep 11, 2022
Solid in pro debut
Gordon tallied six stops in the Bears' 19-10 win over the 49ers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Although the 49ers posted just 13 completions, Gordon led the Chicago defensive backs in tackles. Playing across from Jalyon Johnson, it's possible that opponents choose to attack Gordon often, which could lead to him posting strong tackle totals over the season.
Aug 6, 2022
Lining up in multiple spots
Gordon is rotating between the slot and outside cornerback spots during practices, Alyssa Barbieri of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Although there's no guarantee that Gordon moves around during the regular season, when the Bears put a third cornerback on the field, Gordon has moved into the slot on occasion. When he moves to the slot, Kindle Vildor lines up on the outside, and when Gordon lines up outside, Tavon Young has been in the slot. Regardless of where Gordon is positioned on the field, it seems that he'll be an every down player as a rookie, giving him the potential to be a solid IDP contributor.
Apr 29, 2022
Onward to the Windy City
The Bears selected Gordon in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, 39th overall.
ANALYSIS
Chicago bypassed receiver help to address the secondary by nabbing Gordon out of Washington. Though Gordon did not have the draft hype of teammate Trent McDuffie, there's a reason he went early in the second round. Gordon broke up nine passes and picked off two passes as a senior. He is 5-foot-11 and 194 pounds so bigger receivers will give him trouble if he has to play outside the slot. He figures to compete for reps with Duke Shelley and Tavon Young opposite Jaylon Johnson.