Key Highlights
- The Rams come in with a roster more well-versed in the playoff environment and years ahead in their roster build. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLet’s take these key injuries one at a tine.
- In the aggregate they significantly change the outlook for Chicago. Ozzy Trapilo —> Braxton JonesTrapilo was a second round pick in last year’s draft.
- He’s good for a rookie but not necessarily a good player in comparison to his peers starting at left tackle.
- Still, the rookie is clearly better than the Bears’ alternatives. Chicago activated their former long-term LT Braxton Jones from injured reserve.
- The team seemed inclined enough to draft his replacement early and give him every opportunity to start over the veteran.