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Bears unresolved at left tackle before season opener against Panthers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 2:20 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Bears unresolved at left tackle before season opener against Panthers

Summary

The Chicago Bears are facing uncertainty at left tackle just weeks ahead of their opener against the Carolina Panthers. As Caleb Williams gears up for his second season, the team has yet to name a starting left tackle among candidates Braxton Jones, Theo Benedet, Kiran Amegadjie, and Jedrick Wills Jr. Head coach Ben Johnson acknowledged that the position remains a 'hot spot' and emphasized the importance of upcoming practices for the team's lineup decision. With 19 days until the season begins, clarity is needed to ensure Williams has effective protection to execute the offense smoothly.

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Status Watch

•Caleb Williams enters his second NFL season as Bears' franchise quarterback.
•Competition for left tackle includes Jones, Benedet, Amegadjie, and Wills.
•Johnson stressed upcoming practices will be critical for decision-making.
•The season opener against the Panthers is on September 10.

Latest Updates

2:20 AMYahoo Sports — Bears facing major Caleb Williams concern just weeks before season opener

What they're saying

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The Chicago Bears are still searching for a clear answer at left tackle with the regular season rapidly approaching. As Caleb Williams prepares for his second NFL season, the team’s unresolved battle to protect his blind side has become one of the biggest concerns surrounding the offense. With multiple players competing for the job and no definitive starter named, head coach Ben Johnson faces a crucial decision before the Bears open the season against the Panthers.
— Yahoo Sports

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