Bears' offensive line shows promise with key player adjustments

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Bears' offensive line shows promise with key player adjustments
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Chicago Bears' offensive line is taking shape during training camp, which began on July 31, 2026. Three-fifths of the starting unit are confirmed, including Pro Bowler Joe Thuney and All-Pro Darnell Wright, while center Garrett Bradbury appears to have settled into his role after Drew Dalman's retirement. Tight end Cole Kmet praised the transition to Bradbury, and head coach Ben Johnson is focused on finding consistency among the left tackle candidates, including Braxton Jones, Kiran Amegadjie, and Jedrick Wills Jr. The Bears will face the Cleveland Browns in their preseason opener on August 15, marking a crucial opportunity for players to compete for starting positions on the offensive line.

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  • Training camp for the Bears began on July 31, 2026.
  • Joe Thuney and Darnell Wright are key starters on the offensive line.
  • Garrett Bradbury is settling into the center position.
  • Braxton Jones, Kiran Amegadjie, and Jedrick Wills Jr. are vying for left tackle.
  • The Bears' preseason opener is against the Browns on August 15.
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The Bears had to navigate some injuries up front in 2025, and yet they performed at a high level, so how confident are you in the offensive line this year?

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