Brandon Marshall Injury: Updates on Bears Star's Ribs, Lung and Return

Chicago Bears Pro Bowl wide receiver Brandon Marshall injured his ribs Thursday night after taking a hit from Barry Church. The wide receiver would not return to the game after being transported to the hospital.

He's been diagnosed with two fractured ribs and a lung injury. He's been ruled out for the remainder of the season.

Continue for updates.

Monday, Dec. 8

Marshall Released From The Hospital, Placed on Injured Reserve

Adam Jahns of the Chicago Sun-Times passed along comments from Bears head coach Marc Trestman, who confirmed Brandon Marshall has left the hospital and would soon be placed on injured reserve.

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We’re working through some roster situations and I think that will all work itself out over the next few days. That’s part of it.

As of now, he’ll be out of Monday night [against the Saints], obviously. [The move to IR] will come to fruition when everything is worked out roster-wise.

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The Bears later confirmed that Marshall has gone on injured reserve.

Marshall commented on the injury and his initial thoughts after the play via Jeff Dickerson of ESPN Chicago:

Friday, Dec. 5

Marshall Diagnosed With 2 Broken Ribs, Ruled Out for Rest of Season

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Marshall is done for the season:

Bleacher Report's Dr. Dave Siebert shared his perspective about the diagnosis:

With Marshall ruled out for the rest of the season, the Bears' offensive struggles are bound to continue. Despite touting star players at skill positions, Chicago hasn't topped 28 points once this season. Losing one of Jay Cutler's biggest offensive weapons won't help matters.

Look for Alshon Jeffery, Marquess Wilson and Josh Morgan to receive more attention on the outside while tight end Martellus Bennett continues to be a reception machine over the middle. 

Thursday, Dec. 4

Marshall Injures Ribs vs. Cowboys

The Bears ruled out Marshall after initially declaring him questionable:

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Marshall was taken to a local hospital:

Marshall eventually provided an encouraging update on his status:

Marshall has been the longtime go-to target for Bears quarterback Jay Cutler. The two have been among the NFL’s most talented passing-game combinations since beginning their careers together in Denver.