New Delhi, Dec. 15 -- Chicago Bears fans got disappointing news just before kickoff on Sunday (December 14), when wide receiver Rome Odunze was ruled out against the Cleveland Browns. The second-year star, who leads the team in receiving, aggravated a lingering foot injury during pregame warmups, forcing him to sit out despite being initially listed as active.

Rome Odunze had been questionable entering the Week 15 matchup after missing the previous game against the Green Bay Packers-the first absence of his NFL career. He practiced on a limited basis all week, and reports indicated optimism that he would be able to play. However, during pregame warmups at Soldier Field, the injury worsened, leading to a last-minute change.

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