Bears TE Colston Loveland announces personal move away from NFL

Colston Loveland and the Chicago Bears are busy preparing for their matchup with the Minnesota Vikings. It’s their home opener after winning last Sunday over the Carolina Panthers 59-37. The second-year tight end announced a personal move away from the NFL two days before the Week 2 game.

Loveland failed to record a reception on two targets at Bank of America Stadium. However, he impressed last season by amassing 58 catches for 713 yards and six touchdowns. The Michigan product loved up to expectations after the team drafted him at No. 10 overall following his standout collegiate career. He won two national championships with the Wolverines and earned second-team All-American honors in 2024.

The Bears receiving corps was led by Kalif Raymond’s eight receptions for 84 yards. Luther Burden III added five catches for 63 yards in the Week 1 victory.

Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland speaks during Minicamp at Halas Hall.

Chicago Bears: Colston Loveland posts personal move on Instagram

Loveland uploaded a photo of him on Instagram. It was an announcement of United Airlines’ new agreement with DISH, allowing fans to watch NFL and college football games on their Starlink-enabled seatback screen. He wore a vintage-style dark brown leather bomber jacket featuring front flap pocket. The 22-year-old paired it with a relaxed-fit button-down shirt worn open over a white crewneck T-shirt.

“Proud to debut this campaign with @united Be on the lookout for billboards throughout Chicago over the next month. #unitedpartner,” Loveland wrote.

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Loveland continues to grow his portfolio of endorsements. He also has deals with Vuori, Crate and Barrel, Lifeway Kefir and Farmer Cheese, Charmin and Buffalo Wild Wings, among others.

Meanwhile, Chicago is set for a three-game homestand. They will also host the Philadelphia Eagles and New York Jets in Weeks 3 and 4 before visiting the Green Bay Packers the following week. Loveland and Co. have their sights set on surpassing last season’s achievements. They won the NFC North with an 11-6 record and reached the Divisional Round. However, they lost 20-17 in overtime to the Los Angeles Rams.