Chicago Bears left tackle Braxton Jones has been placed on injured reserve after suffering a right knee injury in Week 3 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Jones was ruled week-to-week and missed practice leading up to the Bears' Week 4 game against the New York Jets. He is eligible to return on Nov. 2 at Seattle.
Theo Benedet, who had been rotating with Jones through the first three weeks, will start at left tackle, according to coach Ben Johnson. Benedet will make his first start of the season in Jones' absence.
Ozzy Trapilo, who started six games at left tackle as a rookie last season, is nearing a return after recovering from a ruptured patellar tendon. Trapilo was inactive for the first three games but could be active for the first time this season on Sunday. Coach Johnson noted that Trapilo is regaining confidence and stood out in recent padded practice sessions.
The Bears continue to manage their offensive line reshuffling as they prepare to face the Jets.
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