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Splits backfield work Sunday Johnson took six carries for 21 yards while catching three of four targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Chargers.

Impact Johnson was able to pass the league's concussion protocol in time to suit up for Sunday's matchup against the Chargers. The 22-year-old wound up splitting touches with D'Onta Foreman, with neither player standing out in the box score. Both backs could struggle to develop consistent value due to fluctuating usage from an indecisive coaching staff trying to salvage a season that is clearly heading the wrong direction, and that's before the eventual return of Khalil Herbert (ankle) gets factored in. For now, assume another roughly even split between Johnson and Foreman against the Saints in Week 9.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roschon Johnson Returning to Different Looking Backfield Roschon Johnson is returning from a concussion but the backfield definitely looks different than when he was injured.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Halas Hall Notebook: Roschon Johnson cleared to play, Jaylon Johnson contract update Roschon Johnson is set to return for the Chicago Bears, adding to the rushing attack. Plus, the latest on Jaylon Johnson's contract.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Out of concussion protocol Johnson said Thursday that he cleared the concussion protocol and is ready to play in Sunday's road game against the Chargers, Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact Players in the protocol for head injuries aren't permitted to speak to the media, so Johnson's comments more or less pave the way for him to put an end to a two-game absence. His upcoming role is in some question, though, after D'Onta Foreman reeled off 187 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns over the last two games with Khalil Herbert (ankle, IR) sidelined. In five games this season, Johnson is averaging 4.9 yards on his 25 carries, has hauled in 11 of 12 targets for 58 yards and scored one rushing TD.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another full practice Johnson (concussion) practiced fully Thursday.

Impact The uncapped session marks Johnson's second in a row, but it's unclear if he's passed through the final phase of the protocol for head injuries. On Wednesday, coach Matt Eberflus noted Johnson had "one more hurdle" to get past in order to see his first game action since sustaining a concussion Week 5 in Washington, per Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com. Having said that, the Bears may not indicate whether that has happened until they post their final practice report of Week 8 on Friday. If Johnson gains clearance to play Sunday at the Chargers, he may split the backfield reps with D'Onta Foreman with Khalil Herbert (ankle) still on injured reserve.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Full practice, still in protocol Johnson (concussion) was a full practice participant Wednesday.

Impact Johnson's activity Wednesday marks his first practice participation of any sort since he suffered a concussion Oct. 5 at Washington. Head coach Matt Eberflus told Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com earlier Wednesday that Johnson has "one more hurdle" to pass before he'll clear the five-step concussion protocol, likely indicating that the running back needs to meet with an independent neurologist. Once that step is behind him, Johnson should be good to rejoin the Bears backfield, but considering D'Onta Foreman has put together 187 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns over the last two games with Khalil Herbert (ankle) on injured reserve, it's unclear what kind of workload will be available to Johnson.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to practice Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said that Johnson (concussion) will return to practice Wednesday but remains in the NFL's concussion protocol, Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact Eberflus said Monday that Johnson has "one more hurdle" remaining before exiting the protocol and being deemed good to go for Sunday's game against the Chargers. Johnson's only remaining steps may be to return to full-contact practice and then gain clearance from an independent neurologist, however, and taking the field Wednesday represents noteworthy progress. D'Onta Foreman has looked impressive as the lead man in Chicago's backfield over the last two weeks, but Johnson should be able to carve out a role Week 8 if cleared to play.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back in action Week 8 Head coach Matt Eberflus said Monday that Johnson remains in concussion protocol, but the Bears are optimistic that the running back will play Week 8 against the Chargers, Brad Big...

Impact Eberflus suggested that Johnson has one hurdle to clear before exiting the protocol, so the 22-year-old rookie may only need to return to a full-contact practice and receive the green light to play from an independent neurologist before being deemed good to go for this weekend. While both Johnson and Khalil Herbert (ankle) have been sidelined for the Bears' past two games, D'Onta Foreman has emerged as Chicago's lead runner, carrying 31 times for 154 yards and adding four catches for 33 yards while finding the end zone three times between Weeks 6 and 7. Herbert will remain on injured reserve for at least another two weeks, but if Johnson is back in action this Sunday in Los Angeles, he could challenge Foreman for the No. 1 role out of the backfield. At the very least, Johnson should be able to unseat Darrynton Evans as the top change-of-pace complement to Foreman after Evans averaged just 3.5 yards on 23 carries and two yards on four targets over the past two games.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing in Week 7 Johnson (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Raiders.

Impact Johnson has been in the concussion protocol for more than two weeks since being diagnosed with a head injury Thursday, Oct. 5 against the Commanders. He's yet to practice in the meantime, giving no indication of making progress through any of the five phases. With Johnson sidelined again and Khalil Herbert (ankle) on injured reserve, the Bears backfield will be composed of D'Onta Foreman, Travis Homer and Darrynton Evans in Week 7.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice again Johnson (concussion) didn't practice Thursday.

Impact Johnson still hasn't practiced since suffering a concussion in Thursday night win over Washington in Week 5. Travis Homer, on the other hand, returned to full practice participation Thursday after missing last week's game with a hamstring injury. If Johnson can't play Sunday against the Raiders, it'll likely be D'Onta Foreman leading the rushing attack again while Homer and/or Darrynton Evans handle the obvious passing situations and perhaps some carries.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing yet Johnson (concussion) isn't practicing Wednesday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson hasn't practiced since suffering a concussion in a Thursday night win over Washington in Week 5. He missed the Week 6 loss to Minnesota in which D'Onta Foreman and Darrynton Evans handled the backfield work while Johnson, Khalil Herbert (ankle) and Travis Homer (hamstring) all sat out. Another missed practice suggests Johnson is in danger of missing a second game this Sunday against Las Vegas.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

D'Onta Foreman Takes on Familiar Role of Backfield Reliever Cast aside with Khalil Herbert and Roschon Johnson playing, D’Onta Foreman suddenly is needed and it’s not a new role.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Roschon Johnson, T.J. Edwards Monday media availability | Press Conference Running back Roschon Johnson and linebacker T.J. Edwards address the media on Monday at Halas Hall.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Rookie Roschon Johnson finds an opening for 29-yard burst Chicago Bears rookie running back Roschon Johnson breaks off a 29-yard run against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • NFL.COM

Roschon Johnson takes pitch for 29-yard gain Rookie running back Roschon Johnson runs left for 29 yards.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Poles emphasizes getting 'back to the details,' highlights rookie Roschon Johnson General manager Ryan Poles spoke with Jeff Joniak Sunday on the Bears pregame radio show on ESPN 1000 AM and 100.3 HD2 FM.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Roschon Johnson rushes for a 2-yard touchdown Roschon Johnson finds the end zone from two yards out for his first NFL touchdown.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

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Former Longhorns RB Roschon Johnson Impressing With Bears In Preseason Roschon Johnson continues to catch the attention of Bears fans and coaches entering the second stage of the preseason.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Former Longhorns RB Roschon Johnson Impressing With Bears In Preseason Roschon Johnson continues to catch the attention of Bears fans and coaches entering the second stage of the preseason.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Roschon Johnson catches screen, rumbles to move chains Bears rookie running back Roschon Johnson gains 11 yards and a first down.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Bears rookie Roschon Johnson impressing with physicality Bears rookie Roschon Johnson plays running back with a linebacker’s mentality, saying: “I’m a guy who likes to use his body as a weapon and...

AUGUST 17, 2023 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Roschon Johnson Aims to Continue Sudden Trend After what seemed a slow start and a minor injury, Bears rookie running back Roschon Johnson has built momentum.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Roschon Johnson continuing to impress, find identity during training camp Breaking down how Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson has continued to impress on offense

AUGUST 17, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

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AUGUST 15, 2023 • Data Skrive

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