Thompson was released from the Bears' practice squad Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson signed to Chicago's practice squad in mid-October but never made his way to the active roster during his time with the team. He also spent time on the 49ers' practice squad earlier in the season.

Thompson was signed to the Bears' practice squad Tuesday, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson had a tryout with the Bears on Monday, and he apparently showcased himself well enough to nab a spot on the practice squad. Chicago is dealing with some issues at running back, with David Montgomery (knee) on injured reserve and Damien Williams (illness) caught up in the COVID-19 protocols. Khalil Herbert and Ryan Nall are currently the only available tailbacks on the active roster, so Thompson could receive a promotion if Williams is unable to rejoin the team soon.

Thompson was released from the 49ers' practice squad Tuesday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 30-year-old was added to the team's practice squad Sept. 22 as a result of injuries in the backfield. Now that Elijah Mitchell (shoulder) is nearing a return and the 49ers' no longer need additional running back depth, Thompson was the odd man out. He appeared in eight games for the Jaguars in 2020, notably catching 20 balls for 146 yards and a touchdown.

Thompson signed with the 49ers' practice squad Wednesday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

At his best, Thompson was one of the better passing-down backs in the league, but he's now 30 and hasn't played more than 11 games in a season since 2016. He does have a history with 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, who was Washington's offensive coordinator in 2013 when Thompson played all of zero offensive snaps in four games as a rookie fifth-round pick. He'll now have a chance to work his way up the depth chart for an injury-riddled 49ers team that just lost JaMycal Hasty to a knee injury and Trey Sermon to a concussion. Raheem Mostert (knee) is already out for the year, Jeff Wilson (knee) is on the PUP list, and even Elijah Mitchell is nursing a shoulder injury.

Thompson (back) worked out with the Bears on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Jaguars didn't re-sign Thompson after he registered seven rushes for 20 yards and 20 receptions for 146 yards and a touchdown last season. The Bears also worked out running backs Brian Hill and Wendell Smallwood on Tuesday.

The Jaguars may look for a new third-down back to replace Thompson (back) this offseason, Garry Smits of The Florida Times-Union reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson signed a one-year contract last offseason and played in eight games before a back injury sent him to injured reserve. He finished with only seven carries for 20 yards and a 20/146/1 receiving line, while starting RB James Robinson piled up 1,070 rushing yards, 344 receiving yards and 10 total touchdowns. The Jags may want a third-down specialist to help lighten Robinson's workload in 2021, but the 30-year-old Thompson isn't likely to be that guy. After missing five or more games for a fourth consecutive year, Thompson could have trouble finding work even if his back injury heals before the start of free agency.

The Jaguars placed Thompson (back) on injured reserve Monday, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson suffered a back injury during Sunday's loss to the Packers, and while the team hasn't provided injury details, he'll require at least three weeks to recover. This should open the door for Devine Ozigbo (hamstring) and Dare Ogunbowale to contribute in the passing game moving forward, but James Robinson still is the bell cow, as he's handled 86.8 percent of the running back touches this year.

Thompson has been cleared from concussion evaluation, but remains questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Packers due to a back injury.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson exited the game in the first quarter and despite clearing concussion protocol, he's still not healthy enough to return. With Thompson still sidelined, Dare Ogunbowale will continue to handle the depth running back role behind James Robinson in Sunday's game.

Thompson left Sunday's game against the Packers and is being evaluated for a concussion.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson was forced to leave the game following the team's first drive, so he'll need to be cleared by the NFL's independent doctors to return to action. As long as he's sidelined, expect Dare Ogunbowale to take over the depth running back role behind James Robinson in Sunday's game.

Thompson rushed once for three yards and caught all four of his targets for 35 yards during Sunday's 27-25 loss to the Texans.

EDGE Analysis

Rookie James Robinson continues to dominate the backfield work for Jacksonville, and he had a career-high 25 carries during Sunday's contest. Thompson played 19 offensive snaps and totaled exactly 35 receiving yards for the third time this season. The veteran continues to work in a passing-down role, and his fantasy prospects remain inconsequential while Robinson is the clear No. 1 back.