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Why the Bears' Ozzy Trapilo Update Confirms a Defensive Mandate for Day 3
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Why the Bears' Ozzy Trapilo Update Confirms a Defensive Mandate for Day 3

Chicago Bears On SI·Jerry Markarian·about 1 month ago
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The Bears appear to be content with their current left tackle situation. They brought back both Braxton Jones and Theo Benedet in the offseason, and also brought in Jedrick Wills in free agency. Some expected them to take a shot at a potential higher-ceiling prospect early in the draft, but general manager Ryan Poles indicated he feels good about where they're at there after the second night of the draft wrapped up. "We have an open competition at tackle," Poles said. "Guys that have played a lot of football, and we feel confident that they'll compete, and the best guy will win at the left tackle position." Music to my ears. I was relieved when they didn't draft an offensive tackle in the first round. Utah OT Caleb Lomu was really the only viable option left when they were on the clock, but I was afraid they were going to pull the trigger there. Finally some good news on Ozzy Trapilo Jun 3, 2025; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo (75) warms up during minicamp at Halas Hall.…

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