The Bears released Ben Braunecker.

Braunecker will look to land with another squad throughout training camp, and he was in a tough spot with Chicago given that they still have several tight ends on the roster. From a fantasy perspective, Braunecker is off the radar for now.

7/23/20 - 04:56 PM ET

The Bears placed Ben Braunecker on injured reserve.

Braunecker is being placed on IR to make room for defensive lineman Akiem Hicks to be activated. Braunecker’s season ends with six receptions for 59 yards and a touchdown.

12/14/19 - 02:49 PM ET

The Bears have signed Ben Braunecker to a two-year contract.

The 2016 undrafted tight end from Harvard will remain in Chicago to help deliver depth at the position. Braunecker isn't on the fantasy radar right now, as he's more of a real-life contributor than someone that'll post big statistics.

3/11/19 - 02:14 PM ET

Ben Braunecker catches two passes in the Wild Card Round.

Braunecker gained 15 yards on his two receptions in the Bears' playoff loss to the Eagles. Braunecker is set to become a restricted free agent this offseason, so he'll likely return to Chicago in 2019.

1/6/19 - 08:18 PM ET

Ben Braunecker catches one pass in Week 16.

Braunecker gained 18 yards on his lone reception against the Niners. He’s not a highly-recommended fantasy option at the moment.

12/24/18 - 12:44 PM ET

Ben Braunecker catches one pass in win over the Vikings

It was a four-yard reception on his only target of the game. Braunecker isn't a recommended fantasy option behind Trey Burton.

11/19/18 - 01:14 PM ET

Ben Braunecker catches 20-yard pass in Week 10 win.

It was his first reception of the season. The Harvard grad isn't a recommended fantasy option behind Trey Burton.

11/12/18 - 10:25 AM ET