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Bears activate Ozzy Trapilo from PUP list ahead of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:46 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Bears activate Ozzy Trapilo from PUP list ahead of season

Summary

The Chicago Bears activated second-year left tackle Ozzy Trapilo from the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list on August 15, 2026. Trapilo sustained a ruptured patellar tendon during the Wild Card Game against the Green Bay Packers in January. Despite initial expectations that he would miss most of the 2026 season, Trapilo's return could allow him to start opposite All-Pro Darnell Wright. Head coach Ben Johnson discussed the importance of rebuilding Trapilo’s confidence as he ramps up for practice. The team's future plans for Trapilo remain uncertain ahead of their season opener against the Carolina Panthers on September 13.

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Status Watch

•Trapilo had been on the PUP list since January due to injury.
•Bears originally signed Braxton Jones and Jedrick Wills Jr. as insurance.
•Johnson emphasized the importance of gradually reintegrating Trapilo into drills.
•Bears' season opener is scheduled for September 13 against the Panthers.
•Timeline for Trapilo's return remains uncertain as he builds confidence.

Latest Updates

2:46 AMYahoo Sports — Ben Johnson Shares Update on Ozzy Trapilo After Activation From PUP

What they're saying

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The Chicago Bears received some extraordinarily good news when they were able to activate second year left tackle Ozzy Trapilo from the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. Trapilo ruptured his patellar tendon in the Wild Card win against the Green Bay Packers back in January. Normally, the timeline for players to return to practice […] The post Ben Johnson Shares Update on Ozzy Trapilo After Activation From PUP appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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