- Colston Loveland
- #84
- Team CHI
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
-
Colston Loveland has been among the most efficient receivers league-wide when aligned in the slot, averaging 2.9 yards per route, the most among rookie tight ends with at least 100 such routes in a season during the Next Gen Stats era (since 2016).
Updated Tue, Dec 30 at 3:59pm -
Expanded role on SNF
Loveland finished with six receptions on 10 targets for 94 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 42-38 loss to San Francisco.
Analysis: The rookie tight end was asked to take on a larger role in the passing game with wideouts Rome Odunze (foot) and Olamide Zaccheaus (illness) sitting out Sunday Night Football in Week 17. Loveland responded to the moment with a 36-yard touchdown in the first half while finishing the primetime loss with his second largest fantasy score as a pro. The Michigan product has come on strong over his last nine contests, averaging 56.2 yards per game while scoring all five of his touchdowns this season…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 28 at 10:27pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Quiet showing against Packers
Loveland recorded three receptions on four targets for 30 yards in Saturday's 22-16 overtime win over the Packers.
Analysis: Loveland was expected to take on an even larger role in Chicago's offense due to both Luther Burden (ankle) and Rome Odunze (foot) being sidelined. However, he instead tied for third on the team in targets and finished fourth in yardage. While it was a modest showing, Loveland did manage a pair of key catches on Chicago's game-tying drive late in the third quarter. Loveland should maintain a key role in the offense and have the chance to bounce back in Week 17 against the 49ers.
Published: Sat, Dec 20 at 9:51pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Four catches in blowout win
Loveland recorded four receptions on five targets for 63 yards in Sunday's 31-3 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Loveland was involved early, picking up four of his five targets by midway through the second quarter. He recorded the majority of his production on catches of 24 and 19 yards, posting his highest yardage total since Week 9 and the second-highest of his rookie campaign. Loveland continues to get more involved in Chicago's offense, commanding at least five targets in four straight contests.
Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 6:19pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Hauls in late touchdown
Loveland caught four passes on five targets for 29 yards and a touchdown during the Bears' 28-21 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: Loveland didn't see his first target until the final minute of the second quarter, when he hauled in an 11-yard pass from Caleb Williams. Loveland was more active in the second half, and he helped tie things up at 21-21 with a one-yard touchdown pass from Williams. Loveland finished second on the Bears in targets behind Luther Burden (six), and the rookie tight end has recorded four catches or more in four of his last six games. The Michigan tight end has a 35-435-4 line on 49 targets through…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 5:38pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Sees six targets in Week 13 win
Loveland caught three of six targets for 28 yards during Chicago's 24-15 win over Philadelphia on Friday.
Analysis: Loveland caught a crucial seven-yard pass from Caleb Williams on a fourth-down play late in the third quarter, which extended the Bears' drive and led to a four-yard touchdown run from Kyle Monangai five plays later. Loveland finished tied with Luther Burden and Rome Odunze for the team lead in targets Friday, and Loveland has seen at least five targets from Williams in four of the Bears' last six games. Loveland's role in head coach Ben Johnson's offense has increased since the Bears' Week 5…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 28 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Ascent continues in win
Loveland brought in four of five targets for 49 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' 31-28 win over the Steelers on Sunday.
Analysis: Loveland finished second in receptions and third in receiving yards for the Bears on the afternoon, and he also recorded the third touchdown reception of his career on a 12-yard grab late in the first half. Loveland's production has started to enjoy some stability, as he's now posted at least 40 receiving yards in four straight contests. The talented tight end next takes aim at the talented Eagles defense in a Week 13 road matchup on Black Friday.
Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Posts 40 yards in Week 11
Loveland caught three of four targets for 40 yards in Sunday's 19-17 win over the Vikings.
Analysis: Loveland was outproduced slightly by Cole Kmet (five catches on five targets for 45 yards), as the two tight ends were two of three players to reach 40 receiving yards for the Bears, along with Rome Odunze (two catches for 41 yards on six targets). Loveland's impact in the passing game has grown in recent weeks, but Chicago has also shifted to a more run-first approach during that stretch. The rookie 10th overall pick has 213 receiving yards in his last three games heading into Chicago's Week…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Follows breakout with 55-yard game
Loveland caught all four of his targets for 55 yards in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Loveland finished second on the team in receiving yards behind Rome Odunze (86), though this was a substantial step back from Loveland after the rookie first-round pick broke out for 118 yards and two touchdowns in the Week 9 win over the Bengals. Prior to Week 9, Loveland hadn't exceeded 38 receiving yards in a game, but he looks to have surpassed Cole Kmet as the go-to pass catcher among Chicago's tight ends heading into a Week 11 road matchup against the Vikings.
Published: Sun, Nov 9 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Game-winning TD in wild victory
Loveland secured six of seven targets for 118 yards and two touchdowns in the Bears' 47-42 win over the Bengals on Sunday.
Analysis: The rookie put a thrilling cap on the wildest fourth quarter of the season, recording a 58-yard catch-and-run touchdown during which he bounced off a would-be tackler in the middle of the field and sprinted into the end zone with 17 seconds remaining. Loveland preceded that memorable play with a five-yard scoring grab in the first half of the third quarter, and the two catches served as the 2025 first-round pick's first pair of NFL touchdowns. Loveland's career-high reception, yardage and…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Modest numbers in Week 8 start
Loveland caught three of five targets for 38 yards in Sunday's 30-16 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: The rookie tight end got the start in place of Cole Kmet (back), and it looked like Loveland might be headed for a breakout performance after he caught Caleb Williams' first pass of the afternoon for an 18-yard gain. Loveland and the Bears' offense both struggled to gain consistent yards after that, however. Kmet had never missed a regular-season game in his career before Sunday and isn't expected to go on injured reserve, but even if he sits out a Week 9 tilt against the Bengals, Loveland will…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Larger role likely awaits
Loveland is expected to serve as the Bears' No. 1 tight end and see a spike in playing time Sunday against the Ravens with Cole Kmet (back) inactive for the contest, Phil Thompson of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Analysis: Following the Bears' Week 5 bye, Loveland had already noticed an uptick in snaps, handling a 51 percent share in a Week 6 win over the Commanders and a 41 percent share in the Week 7 win over the Saints. Though the Bears will have Durham Smythe and Stephen Carlson on hand as depth options at tight end, Loveland likely stands to see an even greater bump in snaps, with the absence of Kmet making the rookie first-round pick the clear top pass-catching option at the position. Loveland has flashed…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Three catches in victory
Loveland caught three of four targets for 24 yards in the Bears' 26-14 win over the Saints on Sunday.
Analysis: Loveland has eight receptions over five contests overall, but with fellow TE Cole Kmet having exited Sunday's contest with a back injury, the rookie first-rounder could see an uptick in snaps against the Ravens this weekend if Kmet is forced to miss time. In such a scenario, Loveland could merit Week 8 lineup consideration with six teams on bye.
Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 7:21pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Limited role continues
Loveland caught two of three targets for 11 yards in the Bears' 25-24 win over the Commanders on Monday.
Analysis: A minor hip injury cost him a Week 4 matchup against the Raiders, but the 10th overall pick in the 2025 Draft was able to return to the lineup after the Bears' bye. Loveland has just five receptions this season, and limited usage keeps him a watch-list tight end until his usage increases.
Published: Tue, Oct 14 at 4:13am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Back in action Monday
Loveland (hip) is listed as active Monday at Washington.
Analysis: Loveland last suited up during a Week 3 win against the Cowboys, when he injured his hip early on and was forced to miss the Bears' Week 4 victory at Las Vegas. Following the team's Week 5 bye, the rookie first-rounder followed up back-to-back limited sessions with a full practice Saturday, paving the way for his return to action. Loveland likely will continue to play a distant second to Cole Kmet in Chicago's pecking order at tight end moving forward.
Published: Mon, Oct 13 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Questionable for Monday
Loveland (hip) is listed as questionable for Monday's game in Washington.
Analysis: Since injuring his hip Week 3, Loveland was inactive Week 4 and then was limited in the first two practices coming out of the Bears' Week 5 bye, but Saturday's full practice has him trending in the right direction ahead of Monday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. The rookie first-round pick has hauled in three of six targets for 43 yards through three contests to begin his career.
Published: Sat, Oct 11 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Limited in practice again
Loveland (hip) was a limited practice participant Friday.
Analysis: Loveland was also limited Thursday, following a Week 4 absence and Week 5 bye. He'll likely just be Chicago's No. 2 tight end if he ends up playing Monday night at Washington.
Published: Fri, Oct 10 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Limited to begin Week 6 prep
Loveland (hip) practiced on a limited basis Thursday.
Analysis: After suffering a hip injury Week 3 against the Cowboys, Loveland managed just one limited practice before the Bears made him inactive Week 4 versus the Raiders. Even with the benefit of a Week 5 bye, the rookie first-round pick still is operating with a cap on his reps, but he'll have two more opportunities to log a full practice ahead of Monday's game at Washington.
Published: Thu, Oct 9 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Takes part in practice Tuesday
Loveland (hip) was spotted on the field during the media-access portion of Tuesday's practice session, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After he managed just one limited practice in Week 4 prep due to a hip injury, Loveland ended up sitting out Sunday's 25-24 win over the Raiders. The rookie first-round pick appears to be trending in the right direction, however, as he took the field for an unofficial practice Tuesday during the team's Week 5 bye. With extra time to heal up, Loveland should be on track to return for the Bears' Week 6 matchup with the Commanders on Oct. 13.
Published: Tue, Sep 30 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Inactive Sunday
Loveland (hip) is listed as inactive Sunday in Las Vegas.
Analysis: Loveland made an early departure from last Sunday's win against the Cowboys due to a hip injury that didn't allow him to practice until Friday, when he was limited and given a questionable designation. He began to trend in the wrong direction for Week 4 after Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Saturday afternoon that Loveland wasn't expected to be available Sunday, which now has been confirmed. Cole Kmet (groin) is poised to handle most of the TE reps Sunday, with Durham Smythe and Stephen Carlson…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Not expected to play vs. Vegas
Loveland (hip) is not expected to play against the Raiders on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Loveland missed the first two practices of the week due to a hip injury he picked up during the Bears' Week 3 win over the Cowboys. He earned the questionable tag for Week 4 after logging a limited practice Friday, but it appears the rookie first-rounder is trending toward being in street clothes for Sunday's tilt. Cole Kmet will continue to serve in a near every-down role, but Loveland's likely absence opens the door for Durham Smythe to see extended playing time in multi-TE formations.…read more
Published: Sat, Sep 27 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Questionable for Sunday
Loveland (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Las Vegas, after returning to practice Friday as a limited participant.
Analysis: For fantasy purposes, Loveland's absence is mostly worth tracking from the perspective of how it might boost snap/route shares for other pass catchers in the Chicago offense. Cole Kmet has been in a near every-down role so far, with Loveland merely working as the No. 2 tight end in multi-TE formations. That won't necessarily be the case all year, but it figures to persist Week 4 if Loveland does ends up playing.
Published: Fri, Sep 26 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Another DNP on Thursday
Loveland (hip) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Loveland left this past Sunday's win against the Cowboys in the second quarter due to a hip injury and wasn't able to return. Since then, the rookie first-round pick hasn't been able to practice this week, giving him one more chance to mix into drills before the Bears potentially make a ruling on his availability for Sunday's game in Las Vegas. If Loveland misses the first game of his career, veteran TE Cole Kmet would be in line for a few more passes from QB Caleb Williams.
Published: Thu, Sep 25 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Doesn't practice Wednesday
Loveland (hip) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Loveland wasn't able to return to this past Sunday's win against the Cowboys after hurting his hip in the second quarter. Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Monday that Loveland was believed to have avoided a serious health concern, and that he had a chance to miss no time as a result. Nevertheless, with no practice reps to speak of to kick off Week 4 prep, Loveland likely will need to mix into drills Thursday and/or Friday to give himself a chance to suit up Sunday in Las Vegas. As for veteran TE…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 24 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Not ruled out for Week 4
Loveland (hip) is believed to have avoided a severe injury, and he has a chance to gain clearance in time to suit up Sunday versus the Raiders, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Loveland suffered a hip injury during the second quarter of Sunday's win over the Cowboys, but it appears he has a chance to avoid missing any significant time. The rookie first-rounder flashed his downfield playmaking ability before leaving the field versus Dallas, securing one of three targets for 31 yards. If Loveland is forced to miss time or face a limited snap count, Cole Kmet will handle an expanded workload at tight end.
Published: Mon, Sep 22 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Injures hip in Week 3
Loveland suffered a hip injury during Sunday's game against the Cowboys..
Analysis: Loveland spent a lengthy spell in the sideline medical tent in the second quarter before going to the locker room. Prior to his exit, he had one catch (on three targets) for 31 yards. Cole Kmet will take on greater significance in the Bears offense for as long as Loveland is sidelined.
Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Shut out in loss
Loveland failed to secure his lone target in the Bears' 52-21 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Afte catching both of his targets against Minnesota in the season opener, Loveland was shut out on one target against the Lions. The rookie has seen half of the targets that fellow tight end Cole Kmet has. Loveland may work his way into an expanded role, but he's currently a risky fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 7:57pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Muted production in NFL debut
Loveland finished with two receptions for 12 yards on two targets in Monday's 27-24 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: The rookie first-round pick took the field for 38 of the Bears' 67 snaps on offense, but he still served as the team's No. 2 tight end behind veteran Cole Kmet, who started and logged 60 snaps while finishing with a 31-yard reception on four targets. Though Loveland brings more pass-catching upside to the table than Kmet, he could need more practice reps to get comfortable in head coach Ben Johnson's offense before carving out a larger role after he sat out rookie minicamp and OTAs while…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 11 at 8:31am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Gets reps with first-team offense
Loveland had two receptions for 26 yards on as many targets in Sunday's preseason rout of the Bills.
Analysis: Cole Kmet made his preseason debut, but Loveland still got some work in with the starting offense. In fact, the 10th overall pick in this year's draft caught QB Caleb Williams' first pass attempt of the evening. The more-experienced Kmet is expected to be the starting tight end this season, but Sunday showed us that Loveland will get worked into this new-look offense under Ben Johnson.
Published: Sun, Aug 17 at 9:16pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Involved early in NFL debut
Loveland caught one of two targets for eight yards in Sunday's 24-24 preseason tie against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Both of Loveland's targets came on the opening drive, as the Bears made it a point of emphasis to get the rookie 10th overall pick involved early, even with starting quarterback Caleb Williams resting Sunday. Loveland is projected to split snaps with Cole Kmet in the regular season, but the former's participation Sunday puts to bed any remaining concerns about Loveland's recovery from January shoulder surgery. Chicago's next preseason game against the Bills on Sunday, Aug. 17 could present…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 10 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Impressing in 11-on-11s
Loveland (shoulder) took first-team reps in 11-on-11 drills Tuesday, Alyssa Barbieri of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Loveland was eased into training camp during the first week of Chicago's practices, but he now appears fully recovered from January shoulder surgery, which had held him out of pre-draft workouts and spring activities. The rookie first-round pick has reportedly impressed early, including by recording a flashy third-down connection with quarterback Caleb Williams during 11-on-11 reps Tuesday. Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports that Loveland has displayed full confidence in his…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 30 at 6:33am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Does 7-on-7s
Loveland (shoulder) did 7-on-7 drills for the first time Saturday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Bears are easing their first-round pick into training camp after January shoulder surgery held him out of pre-draft workouts and spring practices. The next big step for Loveland is full-team drills, which could come within the next few days. Participation in the first week of camp is a good sign he'll have time to ramp up and compete for a role before Week 1.
Published: Sun, Jul 27 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
May be eased into camp
GM Ryan Poles said Tuesday that Loveland (shoulder) is "ready to go" for the start of training camp, but there may be a ramp-up period for the rookie tight end, Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Analysis: Despite undergoing surgery on the AC joint in his right shoulder in January, Loveland was the first tight end off the board in this year's draft, going to the Bears 10th overall. He proceeded to miss the entire offseason program and acknowledged last week that he may not be ready once camp kicked off. The Bears seemingly will ease him in with the goal of getting him ready for Week 1. Loveland will be vying with Cole Kmet for targets from second-year signal-caller Caleb Williams to begin his NFL…read more
Published: Tue, Jul 22 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Status uncertain for camp
Loveland (shoulder) said last week that his rehab is going well but he'll still need to test things during training camp, MLive.com's Aaron McMann reports.
Analysis: The 10th overall pick in the 2025 Draft didn't participate in offseason practices after undergoing shoulder surgery in January. He said in June that he expected to be ready for the start of training camp, but Bears coach Ben Johnson sounded less confident about the matter. Chicago's rookies report Saturday, with veterans then joining Tuesday, so Loveland's progress some become clear at some point next week, although contact work and full-team drills may not start in earnest until the end of the…read more
Published: Tue, Jul 15 at 6:25am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
May not be full-go for camp
Bears coach Ben Johnson said Tuesday that he doesn't know if Loveland (shoulder) will be a full-go at the start of training camp, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Loveland said he should be ready, but Johnson didn't sound so sure. The 10th overall pick has been limited during Chicago's offseason program, with his recent workload including route-running on a side field. He underwent shoulder surgery in January, and while he's since resumed lifting weights and catching passes, he still needs to regain strength. Loveland said learning the Bears' playbook has been a bigger challenge than his rehab work so far.
Published: Wed, Jun 11 at 7:39am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Remains on track for training camp
Loveland (shoulder) said Tuesday he expects to be fully healthy for the start of training camp, Chris Emma of 670 The Score reports.
Analysis: Loveland has yet to participate in on-field activities this offseason as he works his way back from late January shoulder surgery. The rookie tight end said he's currently on the final stage of his recovery, regaining strength in his shoulder, and that he's already able to participate in certain activities like running and catching. Bears coach Ben Johnson noted Tuesday that Loveland will have catching up to do in training camp, and that he's already missed "valuable time" building chemistry…read more
Published: Tue, Jun 10 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com -
Remains sidelined at OTAs
Loveland (shoulder) is present for Thursday's practice at OTAs but is not participating, Kevin Fishbain and Adam Jahns of The Athletic report.
Analysis: Loveland remains sidelined due to the shoulder surgery he underwent in January to address a right Type V AC Joint dislocation. The injury prevented him from working out at the combine and participating in rookie minicamp, so the next major checkpoint for Loveland's recovery will be mandatory minicamp from June 3-5, at which time he's expected to increase his participation level. All expectations remain that the rookie No. 10 overall pick will be a full-go for training camp. Once he's healthy,…read more
Published: Thu, May 22 at 7:03am by Rotowire.com
More news and analysis available atNFL.com