Cole Kmet ended the 2024 season with just 47 catches for 474 yards and four touchdowns. It was a significant regression from 2023, when he totaled 73 catches for 719 yards and six scores. It's been well-documented that Kmet's struggles were more about failed offensive coordinator Shane Waldron's misuse of him,

Kmet, going into his sixth season, has never missed a game and figured to be a key player in coach Ben Johnson's offense this season.

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet left the practice field after suffering an apparent injury during a padded training camp workout on Tuesday.