The Facts:
Olsen met with Bears' team doctors Friday afternoon, but the status of the rookie TE remains unclear even though there were indications the injury to his left knee isn't as severe as initially feared. While the team felt encouraged Olsen would not be lost for an extended period of time, his availability for the season-opener against the Chargers in eight days seems unlikely.
Reported by the Chicago Tribune
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
HC Lovie Smith first referred to the injury as a knee bruise and then a sprain, which is more severe. Sprains typically take up to four weeks to heal. An MRI is the only way to determine if there is ligament damage, and Olsen is expected to have one after the swelling subsides. So, the Bears are taking wait-and-see approach Friday and hope to have a better idea of a prognosis in a couple of days -- although Smith is likely to give an update on Olsen's status Saturday. ... Stay tuned.
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