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Bears Bench Braxton Jones, Start Theo Benedet at Left Tackle for Monday Night vs. Commanders

The decision follows a bye-week evaluation prompted by Benedet’s midgame audition in Week 4.

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Bears offensive lineman Theo Benedet during a preseason game against the Dolphins on Aug. 10, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)
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Overview

  • The move was confirmed by head coach Ben Johnson on Saturday, giving Benedet his first start at left tackle and second NFL start overall.
  • Benedet began Week 4 at right tackle for injured Darnell Wright, then shifted to left tackle when Jones was pulled, with rookie Ozzy Trapilo taking over on the right side.
  • Wright remains limited with an elbow issue and his availability for Monday is uncertain, raising the possibility of Trapilo seeing snaps at right tackle.
  • A second-year undrafted lineman from the University of British Columbia, Benedet has logged just over 100 snaps and earned mixed reviews, including a low pass-blocking grade from PFF in his debut.
  • Chicago faces a Washington front that ranks among the league leaders in sacks, underscoring the emphasis on protecting rookie quarterback Caleb Williams.