After playing without nose tackle Eddie Goldman for the entire 2020 season, it looks like the Bears will have to wait another week for his return.
Goldman, a Pro Bowl alternate in 2019 who opted out of last season because of concerns about the coronavirus, is doubtful for Sunday’s season opener against the Rams after not practicing this week because of knee and ankle injuries.
If Goldman doesn’t play, defensive end Bilal Nichols and rookie nose tackle Khyiris Tonga likely would fill in.
Nichols, a starter at end in his first two seasons with the Bears, did an admirable starting for Goldman at nose tackle last season.