The Chicago Bears have been forced to make changes to their special teams ahead of Monday Night Football against the Washington Commanders. Veteran kicker Cairo Santos, who has been a steady presence for the Bears over the last several seasons, is dealing with an injury that left the team exploring other options.

Santos has been one of the most consistent kickers in the NFL, converting 84.9 percent of his field goals across 12 seasons, including a 93 percent mark in 2023. But after missing a 50-yard attempt in Week 1 against the Minnesota Vikings, questions began to arise about his health and reliability.

The Bears, meanwhile, have been struggling to find their rhythm early in the season, dropping games despite flashes of offensive potential.

In response, Chicago signed former San F

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