Cairo Santos is not playing due to a right thigh (quadriceps) injury that flared up recently. He sustained this injury during a game on September 28 against the Las Vegas Raiders and continued playing despite the injury. However, the injury did not heal sufficiently over the subsequent weeks, leading to his being ruled out for the Monday night game against the Washington Commanders on October 13, 2025. This game marked his first missed game due to injury in six seasons with the Bears. In his absence, Jake Moody, a recent practice squad signing, took over the kicking duties and made a strong showing. The Bears have not announced a specific timeline for Santos' return but are monitoring his progress closely, indicating he may not be sidelined for long.