Overview
- Ozzy Trapilo was activated from the Physically Unable to Perform list on Sunday and took part in padded practice, making him eligible for preseason games and further evaluation.
- Trapilo ruptured his patellar tendon in the Bears’ January wild‑card win over the Packers and was expected to miss most of 2026, so his presence in camp represents a faster‑than‑expected rehab.
- NFL rules prevent a player from returning to the PUP list after activation, so any later major knee setback would require the Bears to place Trapilo on injured reserve for the season.
- The left‑tackle competition remains open: Braxton Jones had been taking most reps before a recent knee issue, and coaches have called Jedrick Wills Jr. and Kiran Amegadjie’s preseason play inconsistent.
- Trapilo, a 2025 second‑round pick who graded well as a rookie, now reshapes short‑term roster planning and could stabilize protection for the quarterback if he ramps up quickly, while the team also waived three players with injury designations.