Bears' Kmet Carted Off With Knee Injury vs. Patriots
Chicago tight end Cole Kmet injured his knee in the fourth quarter against New England after making a catch and was ruled out. He was carted off and could not put weight on his right leg, raising concern about the severity. Kmet had three catches for 28 yards before exiting.
Cole Kmet left Chicago’s Week 7 matchup with New England in the fourth quarter after a reception. He clutched his knee and remained on the ground before the Bears ruled him out. Before departing, the tight end recorded three catches for 28 yards.
Kmet was later carted off and appeared unable to bear weight on his right leg, prompting visible concern. Chicago may turn to rookie Sam Roush for additional snaps; Kmet’s pass-catching and blocking had been valuable in the team’s multi-tight-end packages.
The injury could affect Bears teammates and fans by shifting expectations for the offense, especially in formations using multiple tight ends. It may also matter to fantasy football managers and bettors who rely on Kmet’s production, though the team’s medical update will determine how long those effects last. For now, the main impact is uncertainty for Chicago’s roster and supporters.