NFL Notes: Bears, Chiefs, Colts, Patriots, & Texans

Bears

• The Bears announced that they will start rookie QB David Fales in their preseason finale against the Browns.

Chiefs

• ILB Joe Mays has a medical re-check late next week, but is expected to miss “at least” six weeks with a wrist injury. (Adam Caplan)

Colts

• Colts placed RB Vick Ballard, OT Ulrick John and RB Deji Karim on season-ending injured reserve Tuesday.
• Colts placed FB Stanley Havili on the reserve/PUP list.

Patriots

• The Patriots reportedly aren’t worried about TE Rob Gronkowski and his return from knee surgery. (Adam Schefter)
• The addition of Tim Wright is a move to add depth at the tight end position. (Adam Schefter)

Texans

• HC Bill O’Brien announced that QB Case Keenum will start Thursday night’s game. (Mark Berman)
• O’Brien also mentioned that they are likely to keep three quarterbacks on their roster. (Mark Berman)