Archive · 15 Dec 2025
Rome Odunze Out Against Browns
Rome Odunze, the star wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, couldn't play in a game against the Cleveland Browns on December 14.
He hurt his foot during warm-ups, even though he was supposed to play.
This foot injury has been bothering him since October, and it's a small break in his foot.
Odunze is the Bears' best receiver this season, with lots of catches and touchdowns.
Without him, other players like DJ Moore and rookie Luther Burden III will have to step up.
The Bears are still trying to make it to the playoffs, so they want to keep Odunze healthy for the long run.
Rome Odunze was ruled out of the Chicago Bears' Week 15 game against the Cleveland Browns due to a foot injury.
The injury was aggravated during pregame warmups, despite Odunze being initially listed as active.
Odunze has been dealing with a stress fracture in his foot since October, which required ongoing medical monitoring.
He leads the Bears with 44 receptions, 661 yards, and six touchdowns this season.
With Odunze out, the Bears will rely on other receivers like DJ Moore, Olamide Zaccheaus, and rookie Luther Burden III.
- Who
- Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears wide receiver
- What
- Odunze was ruled out of the game against the Cleveland Browns due to a foot injury
- When
- December 14, 2024, during pregame warmups
- Where
- Soldier Field, Chicago
- Why
- Odunze aggravated a lingering foot injury during warmups, prioritizing long-term health
- Player
- Rome Odunze
- Team
- Chicago Bears
- Injury
- Foot (stress fracture)
- Opponent
- Cleveland Browns
- Date
- December 14, 2024
- Receptions
- 44
- Yards
- 661
- Touchdowns
- 6