Vikings, Bears inactive lists for Soldier Field showdown

The Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears have released their inactive lists ahead of their showdown at Soldier Field. No major surprises are expected, as both teams have issued their respective inactive reports. Vikings right tackle Brian O’Neill, who was questionable with a knee injury sustained during practice, is good to go for the game.

The Bears, on the other hand, entered the game with a clean injury report, meaning the five players they placed on the inactive list are unlikely to affect the outcome. Case Keenan, the Bears' emergency third-string quarterback, is on standby. Minnesota will be without quarterback Kyler Murray, who is dealing with a concussion, running back Jordan Mason, who has a thumb injury, and wide receiver Jauan Jennings, who is out with personal reasons.

Mason was placed on short-term injured reserve earlier in the week, while Murray and Jennings were ruled out due to a concussion and a reported family death, respectively. Murray is expected to clear concussion protocols early this week, potentially starting for Minnesota against Tampa Bay in Week 3. Carson Wentz is set to start as the quarterback for the Bears, with J.J.

McCarthy as the backup. McCarthy guided the Vikings to a thrilling victory at Soldier Field during the previous season's Week 1. The game's outcome may be influenced by the weather conditions, with rain and winds gusting up to 30 mph possible at Soldier Field.