Chicago Bears offer positive injury update on wide receiver Zavion Thomas

The Chicago Bears have been banged up far more than they would have expected to be at this point in training camp. While injuries are part of the game of football, the fact that so many players are going down with serious injuries is concerning.

Among these players are a couple of Chicago’s wide receivers. Luther Burden, who is entering his second season in the NFL, has a groin strain and is expected to miss the entire preseason. However, the Bears do expect him back for the start of the regular season.

Another wide receiver that has been banged up is rookie Zavion Thomas.

Chicago Bears rookie Zavion Thomas should return soon

Wide receiver was a clear need in Chicago as the off-season developed. Of course, this was because DJ Moore was traded, and the Bears required more quality depth at the position.

As a result, they used a third round pick on Thomas in the 2026 NFL Draft. Unfortunately, he went down with a knee injury over the weekend, and it was not known how long he would be out.

On Monday, the Bears released a fairly positive update:

Some positive news on the Bears wide receiver front. Zavion Thomas, who left practice Sunday during 7 on 7 with a knee injury, isn’t expected to miss much time, per a source. I’m told he’s dealing with soreness in his knee and is likely day-to-day in his recovery. He shouldn’t be…

— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) August 10, 2026

As one can see from the post above, Thomas avoided serious injury. The only real issue at the moment is that he is dealing with soreness, so the rookie pass catcher is considered day-to-day.

Last season at LSU, Thomas had 41 receptions for 488 yards and four touchdowns.

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