McClellin, Steltz to play for Bears vs Rams

ST. LOUIS — Stephen Paea will miss Sunday’s game against the Rams one week after re-aggravating a turf toe injury.

The defensive tackle was joined on the Bears’ inactive list by quarterback Jay Cutler, linebacker Lance Briggs, offensive lineman James Brown, offensive tackle Jonathan Scott, defensive end Cornelius Washington and defensive tackle Jeremiah Ratliff.

Safety Craig Steltz is active after recovering from a concussion this week.

Defensive end Shea McClellin will make his return to the field after missing two weeks with a hamstring injury.

The Rams will be without backup running back Daryl Richardson, in addition to cornerback Quintin Pointer, guard Harvey Dahl, center Barrett Jones, defensive tackle Matt Conrath, offensive lineman Mike Person and defensive end Gerald Rivers.