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Bears Expected to Elevate Theo Benedet at Left Tackle After Bye, Per Report

Coach Ben Johnson is reviewing four weeks of film to address a lagging run game.

Overview

  • Braxton Jones was pulled in the Week 4 win over the Raiders, with Theo Benedet shifting to left tackle and rookie Ozzy Trapilo entering at right tackle.
  • Johnson said the staff will study the first four games before finalizing the position, with the evaluation tied to improving the ground attack.
  • The Chicago Tribune reported via an unnamed source that Jones is not expected to start Oct. 13 at Washington and that Benedet is the likely replacement.
  • Johnson praised Benedet as a strong run blocker and expressed confidence in his ability on either side of the line.
  • Trapilo is expected to remain at right tackle until Darnell Wright returns from an elbow injury, with Wright anticipated to be available in Week 6.