Chicago shuffled its practice squad for Week 1: Carl Jones Jr. was signed back to the practice squad after a brief 53-man stint, Powers Echols was released, and Kalinic, Manning, and Owens joined the unit, while Elkin and Garner were cut. Jones Jr. returns with special-teams familiarity and LB depth for Bears depth-chart planning.

These moves add veteran depth at TE/CB/S and LB, signaling a readiness to weather early-season injuries. Kalinic’s CFL background, Manning’s Oregon ties, and Owens’ 2023 Giants path bring varied experience, while Elkin and Garner exit to trim the roster. The Bears aim to keep flexible coverage and backup options on hand as Week 1 approaches.