Ozzy Trapilo may have already lost left tackle competition
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Here’s what to watch for Sunday night when the Bears’ starters make their preseason debut under Ben Johnson against the Bills and quarterback Mitch Trubisky:
However, 2024 first-round pick Darnell Wright's presence has him battling with veteran Braxton Jones for the Bears' starting left tackle job. But the competition may already be over if Chicago's 2025 preseason opener against the Miami Dolphins is any indication.
Analysis: Is Braxton Jones locked in or is it still wide open with coaches simply getting a last look at everyone to make sure no stones are left unturned?
Braxton Jones, the fourth-year player, started and got 32% of the team’s snaps at left tackle Sunday against the Dolphins. Ozzy Trapilo took his place and played 50% of their snaps.
Theo Benedet has emerged as a contender for the left tackle job, and OL coach Dan Roushar spoke highly of him.
Ozzy Trapilo is bound for the NFL. The 23-year-old Boston College offensive tackle, of Norwell, was selected by the Chicago Bears with the 56th pick in the second round of the NFL Draft on Saturday.
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SB Nation on MSNWhy Braxton Jones has inside track at LT with this coaching decision
It looks like it might be Braxton Jones over Ozzy Trapilo starting at left tackle to start the season, here’s why.
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