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Report: Cole Kmet likely out for season with knee injury

Bears TE Cole Kmet likely out for season with knee injury

By · Published October 23, 2026  18:29 UTC · Updated October 23, 2026  18:29 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 4 distinct news outlets with 4 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 10.
  • Primary Driver: Bears TE Cole Kmet likely out for season with knee injury
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The injury is a blow to the team's offense, which had been relying on Kmet's contributions. Coverage from Yahoo Sports and NFL.com suggests that the Bears fear the injury is season-ending. Reporting on the injury is largely consistent, with all outlets citing the same sources.

However, the extent of Kmet's injury and the impact on the team's playoff chances are still unclear. The Bears' next game is against the Lions, and the team will need to adjust its strategy without Kmet's presence. The full extent of Kmet's injury and the team's plans for the future remain to be seen.

The Bears will need to rely on other players to fill the void left by Kmet's injury.

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Who is Cole Kmet?

Cole Kmet is a tight end for the Chicago Bears

What is the extent of Kmet's injury?

Coverage does not yet specify the full extent of Kmet's knee injury

Will the Bears still make the playoffs without Kmet?

The impact of Kmet's injury on the team's playoff chances is still unclear

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