Report: Chicago Bears player who needs new contract a no-show at practice

The Chicago Bears were without a key starter on defense at OTAs, which raises some questions

The Chicago Bears are back at Halas Hall for OTA practices this week as they get set for the next three or so weeks together. But with the team back this week, there were some absences from the roster, including a big defensive starter.

Defensive back Jaylon Johnson was not present at Tuesday’s practice that was open to the media, drawing some questions about his status. Johnson did have a hand injury that forced him to miss games last season, but his contract is also expiring at the end of this season. GM Ryan Poles wants to sign him to a new deal, but with Johnson not at OTA’s, it makes some wonder if it is related to the contract.

Head coach Matt Eberflus did note that these sessions are "voluntary" and that Johnson was cleared: