Bears consider signing former Pro Bowl tackle Taylor Decker
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 3:57 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
The Chicago Bears have been urged to sign 32-year-old Taylor Decker, a former Pro Bowl left tackle, as they address concerns about their offensive line. Decker, recently released by the Detroit Lions after refusing a pay cut, would provide valuable experience. Despite adding offensive linemen Garrett Bradbury and Logan Jones, the team is dealing with injuries, including Ozzy Trapilo's recovery from a ruptured patellar tendon. With Decker familiar with head coach Ben Johnson from their time in Detroit, he could enhance the Bears' offensive stability moving forward.
- •Bears' offensive line concerns are growing after injuries and retirements.
- •Taylor Decker could provide a stabilizing presence on left tackle.
- •Decker has a connection with Bears' head coach Ben Johnson.
- •Bears' priority is assessing younger players while considering Decker.
- 3:57 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Bears Urged to Sign 32-Year-Old Pro Bowler
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