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Thuney Tackles Left Tackle for Bears
19 Jan
Summary
- Joe Thuney is starting at left tackle against the Rams.
- Ozzy Trapilo is out for the season with a patellar tendon injury.
- Jordan McFadden makes his first start at left guard for the Bears.
Joe Thuney is slated to start at left tackle for the Bears' upcoming game against the Rams. This move comes as a result of a season-ending patellar tendon injury sustained by Ozzy Trapilo. Thuney, who was shifted to left tackle late last season by the Chiefs and started there in Super Bowl LIX, will be the Bears' fourth starting left tackle this season.
Thuney's promotion to left tackle means Jordan McFadden will step into the starting left guard position for his first start. McFadden, a fifth-round pick in 2023, has seen minimal offensive action this season. He played only two snaps on offense this year, adding to his single offensive snap with the Chargers in 2024.
This series of offensive line changes highlights the challenges the Bears have faced this season at the left tackle position. With Trapilo now out, Thuney's experience at the position becomes crucial for the team's stability and performance in the critical matchups ahead.
