Former Lions Pro Bowler Named Top Fit for Division Rival Bears
The Chicago Bears are considering former Lions left tackle Taylor Decker as a potential fit for their offensive line. With uncertainty surrounding their current left tackle options, including injuries and performance issues, Decker's experience could provide a much-needed solution. His previous relationship with Bears head coach Ben Johnson may also influence the decision to bring him on board.
- ▪The Bears have struggled with their left tackle position, using three different players last season.
- ▪Taylor Decker, a former Pro Bowler, is currently a free agent and could be a viable option for the Bears.
- ▪Decker allowed only two sacks and 33 pressures in 14 starts last season.
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By Michael GallagherSports Content CoordinatorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Chicago Bears have a big question mark on the left side of their offensive line.The team played three players at left tackle last season — Theo Benedet, Ozzy Trapilo, and Braxton Jones — and it signed Jedrick Wills Jr. in the offseason, but the Bears are still no closer to knowing who their start LT will be next season.And with the 2026 NFL draft in the rearview, the team doesn’t have a big-bodied rookie to step into that role either, which is why Tyler Sullivan of CBS Sports thinks Chicago should look at a current free agent it happens to know very well: former Detroit Lions…
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