Bears Cornerback Tyrique Stevenson Has Hamstring Injury
The Chicago Bears designated cornerback Tyrique Stevenson as week-to-week following a hamstring strain.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Football
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Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson is listed as week-to-week after sustaining a hamstring injury during the Week 2 game against the Minnesota Vikings. Head coach Ben Johnson confirmed the status of the defender on September 23, 2026.
Why it matters
The injury forces a shift in the Bears defensive secondary as the team prepares for their upcoming game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Stevenson is expected to be replaced in the starting lineup by Clark Phillips III.
Stevenson has surrendered 5 completions on 9 targets for 107 yards and 2 touchdowns over 99 defensive snaps. Clark Phillips III has recorded 12 special teams snaps this season but has not played a defensive snap.
The players
Tyrique Stevenson
He is a cornerback for the Chicago Bears who has played 99 defensive snaps this season.
Ben Johnson
He is the head coach of the Chicago Bears who oversees team personnel and injury reporting.
Clark Phillips III
He is a defensive back who joined the Bears via a trade involving Gervin Dexter Sr. from the Atlanta Falcons.
Kyler Gordon
He is a cornerback for the Chicago Bears currently sidelined by a calf injury.
The details
Head coach Ben Johnson announced that Stevenson will miss time to recover from a hamstring strain suffered in Week 2. With Kyler Gordon also sidelined by a calf injury for at least two more games, the team is relying on Clark Phillips III to fill the vacancy in the secondary.
Timeline
Tyrique Stevenson suffered the injury during the Week 2 game.
Head coach Ben Johnson announced the injury status on September 23, 2026.
Season Trajectory
The Bears are currently navigating a depleted secondary as they manage injuries to both Kyler Gordon and Tyrique Stevenson. These personnel shifts will test the team's depth as they continue through the early part of the regular season schedule.
Clark Phillips III is now slated to start against the Philadelphia Eagles, marking his first defensive action of the season. The secondary will also feature Malik Muhammad at the nickel position while Kyler Gordon remains out for at least two more games.
The takeaway
The Bears will need to adjust their defensive scheme to accommodate the influx of new starters in the secondary. Fans should monitor the team's practice reports throughout the week to see if further roster changes are required before the next game.
Further reading
For more updates on the roster, visit the Chicago Football section.
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