Chris Conte Injury: Updates on Bears Safety's Back and Return

Chicago Bears safety Chris Conte left the field during Thursday's Week 14 game against the Cowboys with a back injury. He has been out ever since and will not play in Week 17.

Continue for updates.

Conte Out vs. Vikings

Friday, Dec. 26

Michael C. Wright of ESPN provides an update on Conte's status for Week 17:

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The Chicago Bears released their final injury report heading into Sunday’s season finale, and quarterback Jimmy Clausen (concussion) will be out as expected, along with safety Chris Conte (back) and kicker Robbie Gould (right quadriceps).

 

 

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Conte Out vs. Lions

Friday, Dec. 19

Tim Twentyman of DetroitLions.com provides an update on Conte's status:

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Conte Out vs. Saints

Monday, Dec. 15

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

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Conte Doubtful for Monday Night

Saturday, Dec. 13 

Kevin Fishbain of ChicagoFootball.com provides an update on Conte's status:

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Conte Battles Back Injury

Thursday, Dec. 4

The Bears' official Twitter account reported on Conte's status:

Conte has had a tough, oft-criticized tenure as a starter in the Bears' secondary. The team's defense has been a culprit for Chicago's lackluster 2014 season, and significant change to the organization is likely to strike this offseason as a result.