Bears LT Ozzy Trapilo may return earlier than expected from injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:43 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Chicago Bears left tackle Ozzy Trapilo, initially expected to miss most of the 2026 season due to a ruptured patellar tendon, has received an encouraging update. NFL insider Albert Breer reported that Trapilo might be back sooner than anticipated, though no specific timeline has been established. The Bears are currently dealing with multiple injuries on the offensive line, including projected starter Braxton Jones. Jones has missed recent practices with his own injury, raising concerns about the left tackle position. If Trapilo returns this season, it would significantly bolster the offensive line.
- •Trapilo suffered a significant injury during the playoffs in January.
- •Breer indicates Trapilo might return sooner than expected.
- •Braxton Jones is also sidelined with an injury.
- •Initial expectations were that Trapilo would miss most of 2026.
- •The Bears are adjusting their offensive line amid injuries.
- 2:43 PMYahoo Sports — NFL insider shares interesting update about Bears LT Ozzy Trapilo
"The Chicago Bears were expected to be without LT Ozzy Trapilo for most of 2026. But NFL insider Albert Breer had an encouraging update.
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