Carl Jones Jr. returns to the Bears' practice squad after previously being on the 53-man roster and last season's practice squad. He brings LB depth and special-teams acumen, a key piece for depth-chart competition without immediate starting snaps.

Carl Jones Jr. was waived by the Bears as part of the team's roster cuts, joining a significant list of players let go during this process.

Carl Jones Jr. was waived as part of the Bears' roster cut-downs ahead of the season. His release is part of a broader adjustment as the team finalizes its lineup.