Pat O'Donnell expects to practice this week

Punter Pat O’Donnell missed Sunday’s win against the Oakland Raiders because of a right knee injury, leaving the Bears to sign and play veteran Spencer Lanning.

O’Donnell, though, said he expects to practice this week.

“I’m doing well,” O’Donnell said after the Bears’ 22-20 victory at Soldier Field. “I’ll get back to it next week and see how it goes. [It’s] a little minor thing. They just rested me this week.”

Lanning punted three times for 136 yards, including a long of 51 yards. His second punt was returned 22 yards by T.J. Carrie.

O’Donnell commended Lanning, who handled the holds for kicker Robbie Gould without error. Gould made 54- and 49-yard field goals. The 49-yarder was the game-winner.

“He did a great job,” O’Donnell said of Lanning. “He’s a pro. He’s been in this league. He definitely knows it takes to step in and fill the role.”


(suntimes.com)