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Bears Face Ravens with Key Injuries and Uncertainty

10/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Chicago Bears will face the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday with Cole Kmet, Tyrique Stevenson, and Kyler Gordon out.
Kmet will miss his first game in six seasons due to a back injury.
The Bears will rely on Colston Loveland at tight end and Nick McCloud for Gordon.
The Ravens come off a bye week with Lamar Jackson listed as questionable for a hamstring injury.

History

Historical Context

The NFL merged with the AFL in 1970, creating a 26-team league and enhancing player visibility. This merger followed decades of competition and innovation, including the introduction of the college draft in 1936. Today, player health remains crucial, as seen with the Chicago Bears' Cole Kmet missing his first game in six seasons, highlighting the ongoing impact of injuries on team performance.

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Story summary

The Chicago Bears will face the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday with Cole Kmet, Tyrique Stevenson, and Kyler Gordon out.
Kmet will miss his first game in six seasons due to a back injury.
The Bears will rely on Colston Loveland at tight end and Nick McCloud for Gordon.
The Ravens come off a bye week with Lamar Jackson listed as questionable for a hamstring injury.

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