TJ Edwards Sidelined for Playoffs Following Leg Injury

The Chicago Bears are facing an uncertain future at linebacker as TJ Edwards was forced to exit the game against the Green Bay Packers in the second quarter due to a leg injury. Edwards, who has been a stalwart on the team’s defense throughout the season, suffered the injury while tackling Packers running back Aaron Jones. The nature of the injury is not yet clear, but it appears to be serious enough to keep Edwards out of action for the remainder of the playoffs. The Bears’ linebacking corps has already taken a hit this season with the loss of star linebacker Roquan Smith to injury earlier in the year. With Edwards now sidelined, coach Matt Eberflus will have to rely on his reserve players to step up and fill the void. Edwards was a key player for the Bears throughout the regular season, recording 87 tackles and 2 sacks. His absence could be felt throughout the playoffs as the team looks to make a deep run in the postseason. The Bears are set to host the San Francisco 49ers in the Wild Card round of the playoffs, and with Edwards likely out, they will need to rely on their other defenders to make an impact.