Chicago Bears Place Ryan Bates on Injured Reserve Due to Shoulder and Elbow Injuries

Bates to miss at least four games; Nate Davis to start at right guard in Sunday night’s game against the Texans.

Ryan Bates, acquired from the Buffalo Bills in March, has been placed on injured reserve by the Chicago Bears due to shoulder and elbow injuries.
Bates played 68% of the offensive snaps in the season opener against the Tennessee Titans but will now miss at least the next four games.
Nate Davis, who rotated with Bates in Week 1, will start at right guard for the Bears in their upcoming game against the Houston Texans.
The Bears have promoted long snapper Scott Daly and wide receiver Collin Johnson from the practice squad to the active roster.
Bates’ absence raises concerns about the Bears' interior offensive line depth, with Coleman Shelton starting at center and limited backup options available.