Injury updates for Rome Odunze and Keenan Allen for Week 2

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The Bears will face the Houston Texans on Sunday night in Week 2, looking to build on their encouraging defensive performance and improve after a rough outing on offense. One of the biggest questions concerns the status of receivers Keenan Allen and Rome Odunze, who are officially questionable for Sunday's game. Allen is dealing with a heel injury (and hasn't practiced all week), while Odunze suffered a Grade 1 MCL sprain (and was limited on Friday).

Here's a look at the most current and relevant Bears stories from Saturday morning, September 14th:

Bears vs. Texans, Week 2 Injury Report: Friday

There is encouraging news for Chicago's offense, as wide receivers Rome Odunze and Keenan Allen are questionable. After suffering a grade I MCL sprain last Sunday, Odunze was a limited participant in Friday's practice, suggesting he may still play. Allen, meanwhile, has not practiced all week after re-suffering a heel injury, but he has been listed as questionable, so his participation could very well not be determined until game time.

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Bears vs. Texans: Important duels in week 2

The Texans are fresh off a 29-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts (0-1), Chicago's Week 3 opponent. This will be the first time the Bears and Texans have faced each other since 2022, but now both teams have new, young quarterbacks leading their offenses. Before Chicago and Houston square off in prime time, here are the four key matchups to keep an eye on.