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Bears running back Khalil Herbert was cleared to return to practice Monday, his first step toward working his way off injured reserve. Herbert has been out since hurting his ankle against the Commanders while trying to catch a Justin Fields pass.
Safety Jaquan Brisker was cleared from concussion protocol, too, and is expected to play Thursday against the Panthers.
The Bears are also returning cornerback Josh Blackwell and receiver Equanimeous St. Brown to practice. They were on IR with hamstring injuries.