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Health has been a sensitive issue for Bears left guard Teven Jenkins ever since the team drafted him in the second round in 2021. He ended up missing the first 11 games of his rookie season with back trouble that dated back to college.
It’s at the forefront again, and as impressed as the Bears have been by his prowess and versatility, they seem hesitant to offer a contract extension until he shows durability.
Jenkins, who is entering the final season of his rookie deal, said Monday the team told him it wanted to wait until after the bye week in October to talk about an extension.