That loss to the Washington Commanders will linger for some time. The Chicago Bears didn’t play well, but they still had the game in their hands with 25 seconds left. Then the defense let it slip away on a Hail Mary. As bad as that sequence was, GM Ryan Poles is faced with an added concern coming out of that game. The Bears lost not one but three members of their offensive line to injuries. Braxton Jones left with a knee problem and didn’t return. Teven Jenkins also left with a knee problem and backup Bill Murray left with a chest injury.
For an offensive line that already had concerns about protecting Caleb Williams, these are losses they absolutely cannot afford. They were already working with a backup at right guard with Matt Pryor. If the Jones and Jenkins injuries are serious, they could be down two more. Poles said before the game that the Bears would continue making calls before the trade deadline to see if he can upgrade the roster. These recent losses may have crystallized what part of the roster he must prioritize.
Ryan Poles can’t afford to wait for next year.
Yes, building through the draft is the most important way. However, his quarterback is now in serious danger due to these injuries. Protecting Caleb Williams must be the objective of this organization at all times. If there are options on the market for Ryan Poles to go after, he is duty-bound to do so. There are now plenty of teams facing a lost season who have options to explore.
Jacksonville (2-6) is almost certain to take calls on tackle Cam Robinson and guard Brandon Scherff. Maybe Cleveland (2-6) will do the same for guard Wyatt Teller despite their recent win over Baltimore. Las Vegas (2-6) could make guard Dylan Parham available. Any one of those names would be an instant help for this team.
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The OL needs are why Bears can’t trade picks and talent for a DE.
We must hold onto our 1st and 2nd round selections which can be used for OG, and either OT or Center.
If we don’t improve OL, the team will not contend. Patrick with the plan. Load up the OL. Make it a strength. Right now, it’s a weakness.
Look, y’all. Sure, this was a tough loss, as was the loss at Indy. Just because Caleb played like a 4 year vet the last three weeks doesn’t mean he’s not a rookie anymore. Chris Morgan didn’t cause three injuries on the offensive line. Tyrique Stevenson gave up the 61 yard reception to McLaurin, but he also made a shoestring tackle on him to keep him out of the end zone, and the Bears D made them kick a FG instead (4 points saved). No one thought this would be the year the Bears make it to the Super Bowl.… Read more »
@Barry Never be surprised by people–individuals or groups–so many are incorrect, stupid, ignorant hyenas. They lie, deceive, rationalize, backtrack, deflect, etc., when they have been so clearly wrong even in the face of widespread evidence and numerous examples. Then they, like children of the corn, attempt to turn it around and blame the victims or the correct people. They are like Trumpster and other politicians I could name–utterly shameless.
I’ve mentioned this several times over the last 2.5 years: The game is won or lost in the TRENCHES! The Bear’s OL looked weak, out-classed, and out-muscled against a superior Commander’s DL. This can’t continue. It’s beyond evident that the OL is a priority moving forward. Tell me again why is Chris Morgan still the OL coach? It’s beyond evident the OL is the weak link on this team. Trenches, trenches, and trenches.
Scherff exited yesterday’s game with a knee injury of his own. Don’t think that is an option anymore