With Ozzy Trapilo going down due to a serious patellar tendon injury that will require a long recovery, this team’s left tackle for the 2026 season might not be on the roster. The Bears’ draft position and the lack of amazing tackle options leaves them in something of a bind, though. That said, Chicago had excellent luck with Trapilo, who no doubt would’ve been the team’s starting left tackle heading into 2026 had he remained healthy. Aside from that, perhaps the Bears could see if massive Northwestern left tackle Caleb Tiernan (6-7, 325 pounds) is worth a look. But this team can’t abandon its mission to lock down its left tackle spot.

Source: New York Times February 01, 2026 08:10 UTC