Here is what the Bears' offensive line depth chart is looking like today!
One of the biggest question marks entering training camp for the Bears has clearly been the state of the offensive line. Well, with the injury to starting center Lucas Patrick, the situation is getting even crazier...
Will DeWitt reported that during warmups, the Bears starting offensive line is:
LT: Braxton JonesLG: Cody WhitehairC: Sam MustipherRG: Mike SchofieldRT: Riley Reiff
I like those choices. I think that Braxton is clearly suited for the left tackle spot and he could benefit greatly from a year sitting behind a proven veteran like Reiff. As for the center spot, I guess you have to give the edge to Mustiphier right now in replacement for Lucas Patrick. However, I have serious doubt about his ability to hold up against the strongest defensive tackles in the league. Mustipher is not the biggest guy in stature. But, what he lacks in size, he clearly makes up in intelligence and effort.
The offensive line has to play some great football if the Bears want to have any kind of success offensively when the season starts. I also think that Justin Fields' development will rely a lot on whether or not he is able to have a clean pocket!
