Also I’d take Wills over Benedet for the swing tackle. I have no doubt Theo has him beat on the run blocking but last year that took the entire Oline 6 weeks into the season to get down. No reason to think Wills won’t benefit in the same way from more time. A couple folks are commenting that Wills looked good at RT. I think that gets decided in the next game. I can see a world where they keep Wills as primary backup out of the gate with Ozzy also on the 53 and focused on reps at LT. If nobody takes him Theo goes to practice squad.

12 minutes ago, AZ54 said:

I think I’m choosing Ahmed as RB3 over Roschon. He seemed to play with more quickness and burst this week. I don't know if he’s still getting into shape from his injury or if it was just my perception. Regardless he gets 3 to 5 yards more than Roschon on any given play. I’m sure Roschon will win in pass pro but if you want a back for 3rd and long it’s Ahmed.

Special teams and pass pro are what teams need as a #3. Seen a tweet that dont be surprised if the Bears take a #3 RB after camp cuts.

34 minutes ago, AZ54 said:

Also I’d take Wills over Benedet for the swing tackle. I have no doubt Theo has him beat on the run blocking but last year that took the entire Oline 6 weeks into the season to get down. No reason to think Wills won’t benefit in the same way from more time. A couple folks are commenting that Wills looked good at RT. I think that gets decided in the next game. I can see a world where they keep Wills as primary backup out of the gate with Ozzy also on the 53 and focused on reps at LT. If nobody takes him Theo goes to practice squad.

Benedet needs to spend time at G.

44 minutes ago, Mongo3451 said:

Benedet needs to spend time at G.

We might be okay with young Guards, Barnett and Newman.

15 minutes ago, ASHKUM BEAR said:

We might be okay with young Guards, Barnett and Newman.

I didn't say that because we need guard help. Theo seems like he would be a good one and he sucks at tackle.

2 hours ago, Alaskan Grizzly said:

What I saw (sans all 22 😉) was Jones get dominated on a few plays. Admittedly I didn’t watch the whole game from end to end but there were a few times I saw Jones getting pushed back like he was on roller skates. And I think at that point it was against the Bengals 2s or 3s…so yeah. I’ve always liked Braxton and wish he’d rise to the occasion but alas, it appears he’s peaked in his ability.

Benedet, I think, was playing guard (??) late in the game and looked …. Meh.

I hope Trapilo is the answer for the left side and really (more importantly) hope he doesn’t rush back but becomes the foundation for years to come.

After Jones went out (after the 3rd series?) the Benedet played LT for a while. He also had some not so great moments.

We really need Trapilo back, and you're right we need him to come back and stay back, so they need to be sure with him.

As for who whould be the LT int he meanwhile? I'll take Benedet, others like Jones better. And we will probably see what Ben thinks unless Trapilo starts the season.

2 hours ago, AZ54 said:

Also I’d take Wills over Benedet for the swing tackle. I have no doubt Theo has him beat on the run blocking but last year that took the entire Oline 6 weeks into the season to get down. No reason to think Wills won’t benefit in the same way from more time. A couple folks are commenting that Wills looked good at RT. I think that gets decided in the next game. I can see a world where they keep Wills as primary backup out of the gate with Ozzy also on the 53 and focused on reps at LT. If nobody takes him Theo goes to practice squad.

i disagree, but since theyre both full of warts, I can see how some might go the other way.

But in no way am I saying Benedet is completely solid. I see it too.

I just think Jones is worse, not that Benedet is great.

Roush highlights but I’m watching 71 at RT, and a couple snaps with 79. Wills looks ok to me but I’ll let others evaluate.

2 hours ago, Mongo3451 said:

I didn't say that because we need guard help. Theo seems like he would be a good one and he sucks at tackle.

I’d like to see that too.

2 hours ago, ASHKUM BEAR said:

We might be okay with young Guards, Barnett and Newman.

I would think Benedet would be better inside too. Just thinking team wise were they all fit roster wise. Be an interesting cut down

11 hours ago, AZ54 said:

Roush highlights but I’m watching 71 at RT, and a couple snaps with 79. Wills looks ok to me but I’ll let others evaluate.

They are going to be in 13-personnel a lot this year, and I love it.

I watched the game but didnt come away with liking one or the other. From what I read Braxton played ok in the practice time with the Bengals. I think the center of the line had problems all day with Lawrence. We are basically in the same spot as last year at left T. If Ozzy can be back in 4 weeks, then its just temporary spot to fill and BJ will scheme help at the position. 13 perisomal is prefect to give help to the Ts.

Help can come from 11 or 12 or even no TEs if you make that the RB priority.

Braxton it’s better this year than last so I don’t see us as being in a worse position. Theo also has a lot more experience at LT.

Ben has at his command one of the best TE groups , one of the best WR groups ( my opinion), a good duo at RB , and a strong Oline from LG to RT. One of the best mobile QBs is running the show. There’s one weakness and if he can’t figure out how to work around that then we hired the wrong coach. Every team has at least one weakness on their offensive roster.