Cornelius Washington Injury: Updates on Bears DE's Chest and Return

Cornelius Washington was forced to leave the Bears' Week 13 game against the Lions due to a chest injury and has been ruled out for Week 14. However he was active in Week 15 against the Saints. 

Continue for updates.

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Washington Active vs. Saints

Monday, Dec. 15

Michael C. Wright of ESPN Chicago confirms Cornelius Washington's status for tonight's game against the New Orleans Saints:

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Washington Out vs. Cowboys

Thursday, Dec. 4

The Bears confirmed Cornelius Washington's status for Thursday's game via the team's official Twitter account:

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Washington Leaves Week 13 With Chest Injury

Thursday, Nov. 27

The Chicago Bears' defense can't seem to stay healthy, as defensive end Cornelius Washington left Thursday's game against the Detroit Lions with a chest injury. 

Leaving in the first half, he was quickly ruled out for the rest of the game, per the team's official Twitter feed:

Already missing linebacker Lance Briggs and defensive tackle Jeremiah Ratliff, Chicago's depth now takes a hit with the loss of Washington. The 25-year-old isn't a full-time player, but he's an athletic pass-rusher who has made some nice contributions off the bench.