Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet out for season after knee injury; fans react to loss
ABC7 Chicago • • sports
Key Points:
- Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet will miss the remainder of the season due to a right knee injury sustained during the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots, with no specific details on the injury released.
- Kmet, the longest-tenured player on the Bears roster in his seventh season, has been a key offensive contributor and community figure, ranking second among Bears tight ends in receptions and receiving yards behind Mike Ditka.
- The Bears will rely on second-year tight end Colston Loveland and rookie Sam Roush to fill the void left by Kmet's absence as the team maintains momentum following quarterback Caleb Williams' return.
- Fans and coaches expressed disappointment over Kmet's injury but remain optimistic about the team's ability to adapt and continue competing in a pivotal season where the Bears hold a 5-2 record chasing the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings.
- Kmet's high school coach praised his expected leadership and commitment during recovery, highlighting his strong presence both on and off the field.
