Marcedes Lewis

Veteran TE Marcedes Lewis did not practice on Thursday as he was given a rest day.

Fantasy Impact

This is likely to be a common occurrence for Lewis, who is currently 40 years old. The veteran tight end re-signed with Chicago this offseason but will play behind TEs Gerald Everett and Cole Kmet, meaning he will likely have a small on-field role in 2024.

Marcedes Lewis received a vet day off from practice at Bears training camp on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Lewis should be back on the field later in the week. He figures to be the No. 3 tight end on the depth chart for the Bears behind Cole Kmet and Gerald Everett.

The Chicago Bears re-signed TE Marcedes Lewis.

Fantasy Impact

Lewis turned 40 last month. He caught four passes and one touchdown in his first season with the Bears last month.

Veteran TE Marcedes Lewis is meeting with the Chicago Bears on Monday, intending to re-sign with the team.

Fantasy Impact

Lewis is entering his 19th NFL season this year, still kicking it as a veteran TE with run-blocking prowess and a locker-room presence. At his age (40), Lewis should not be expected to have much relevance in fantasy football, but he'll have a more impactful role for the actual team. The Bears also have TEs Cole Kmet and Gerald Everett.

Marcedes Lewis caught his lone target for one yard and a touchdown in the Bears' 27-16 win over the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

Lewis caught his first touchdown of the season on a one-yard pass from Justin Fields at the goal line. The veteran remains well off the fantasy radar.