James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Mon 11/14/22 3:08 PM

O'Shaughnessy signed with Minnesota's practice squad Monday.
EDGE Analysis
O'Shaughnessy has 80 games of NFL experience under his belt, split between the Chiefs and Jaguars. The 30-year-old tight end could be called upon to provide depth behind trade acquisition T.J. Hockenson.

James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Tue 9/27/22 6:04 PM

O'Shaughnessy (undisclosed) had a tryout with the Browns on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
O'Shaughnessy signed a one-year contract with the Bears in April, but he was released Aug. 30 with a non-football illness designation. Now apparently back to full health, O'Shaughnessy is working to find a new team. The Browns placed Jesse James (biceps) on IR last Tuesday and currently only have two tight ends on their active roster.

James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Tue 8/30/22 6:27 PM

The Bears released O'Shaughnessy with a non-football illness designation Tuesday, Larry Mayer of the team's official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
O'Shaughnessy appeared a fair candidate to secure a depth role in Chicago's tight end room, but he ultimately couldn't earn a spot on the team's initial 53-man roster due to an unknown aliment. The 2015 fifth-round pick appeared in 22 games over the past two seasons with Jacksonville, catching 52 of 72 targets for 506 yards, so once healthy, he figures to garner attention in free agency.

James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Tue 8/30/22 4:38 PM

The Bears released O'Shaughnessy on Tuesday, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
O'Shaughnessy appeared a fair candidate to secure a depth role in Chicago's right end room, but he ultimately couldn't earn a spot on the initial 53-man roster. Once the Bears open up further roster spots, it's possible O'Shaughnessy could end up rejoining the team. At the moment, Cole Kmet and Ryan Griffin are the only tight ends on Chicago's roster.

James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Sun 8/28/22 12:23 PM

O'Shaughnessy posted a four-yard reception in the Bears' 21-20 win against the Browns on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
O'Shaughnessy hauled in his lone target late in the first half when the Bears brought in their backups. With Ryan Griffin playing earlier with the starters, it's possible that O'Shaughnessy starts the season as the Bears' No. 3 tight end.

James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Fri 8/19/22 7:28 AM

O'Shaughnessy caught one pass for 16 yards in the Bears' 27-11 preseason win over the Seahawks' on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
O'Shaughnessy took the field on the second drive, right after the Bears took their first-team offense off the field. His reception came from backup quarterback Trevor Siemian. The tight end will likely continue to battle with Ryan Griffin for the No. 2 tight end role behind Cole Kmet.

James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Tue 8/16/22 2:37 PM

O'Shaughnessy (undisclosed) returned to practice Monday, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
EDGE Analysis
After missing last week's game due to the undisclosed injury, O'Shaughnessy's return to practice may put him on track to appear in Thursday's preseason game against the Seahawks.

James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Thu 8/11/22 2:18 PM

O'Shaughnessy (undisclosed) isn't expected to suit up for Saturday's preseason opener against the Chiefs, Alyssa Barbieri of USA Today reports.
EDGE Analysis
Among a number of players battling injuries, O'Shaughnessy was reported to be one of those who is not expected to face the Chiefs. Currently third on the Bears' depth chart at tight end, he's competing for a backup role with Ryan Griffin (undisclosed).

James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Tue 8/9/22 11:10 AM

O'Shaughnessy can seal off the edge as a run blocker while occasionally moving into the slot, Parker Hurley of BearGogglesOn reports.
EDGE Analysis
O'Shaughnessy will likely slot in as the third tight end on the Bears' depth chart behind Cole Kmet and Ryan Griffin. It's unlikely he'll be selected in most fantasy drafts. However, he was on his way to a career year last year with the Jaguars, when he caught 24 passes for 244 yards in seven games. Should he be forced into a prominent role at some point, he could be a capable receiver. Otherwise, it would appear that most of his snaps will see him function as a blocker.

James O'Shaughnessy
TE FA
Mon 4/18/22 10:42 AM

The Bears signed O'Shaughnessy to a one-year contract Monday.
EDGE Analysis
O'Shaughnessy joins a tight end room led by Cole Kmet alongside Ryan Griffin and Jesper Horsted. The former was limited to just seven appearances with Jacksonville last season, as he dealt with hip and ankle injuries, but he now appears fully healthy. In those seven contests, O'Shaughnessy secured 24 of 34 targets for 244 yards, but he was held without a touchdown.