Bears 2026 training camp preview: Experience and versatility on O-line

By admin — In News — July 15, 2026

   ​Chicago Bears training camp is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start looking ahead at the roster the team is bringing to Lake Forest this month.Rookies and quarterbacks are set to report to Halas Hall on July 25 with veterans following on July 28. But before that, we’re unveiling our Bears 2026 training camp position previews, where we’re breaking down every player by position and examining the biggest question facing the group.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementOne of the most important positions is in the spotlight here: Offensive line, where quarterback Caleb Williams was able to take a huge step in his development because of the protection in front of him. Injuries and retirements have opened the door for new opportunities for some young and veteran players alike, where the unit can not afford any slip ups in production. Let’s take a look at the Bears’ offensive line heading into training camp:1 / 19Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) talks with head coach Ben Johnson during Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)The NFL’s Protector of the Year last season, Joe Thuney was one of the biggest acquisitions in recent franchise history and carried the offensive line, and the offense, in Ben Johnson’s first season last year. The Bears need to keep Thuney on the field as he turns 34 this season, which is not old by any means, but the offensive as a whole feels it will only keep improving and progressing as long as the veteran offensive guard is on the field.Darnell Wright has become a cornerstone for the Bears offensive line and offensive unit as a whole. Ben Johnson and the coaching staff could’ve explored the idea of moving Wright to the left tackle spot given the lack of strength and consistency but the anchor that he brings on the right side of the offensive line is undeniable. Wright is one of multiple strong pieces in place on the offensive line, and in a league where the left tackle usually gets all the attention, he has earned the deserved distinction of one of, if not the best right tackle in the NFL.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementOne of the best things about Jonah Jackson is his name is not often brought up last season, which is usually a great sign for offensive linemen. In the massive change that Chicago’s unit took in 2025, Jackson is a veteran who came in having familiarity with Ben Johnson and was able to bring in consistency at the right guard position, while sharing his experience to help mold the offensive line together because of his time with Johnson.The presumed starter at left tackle, Braxton Jones has plenty of motivation behind him to earn his old starting job back with the injury to Ozzy Trapilo keeping the door open. Jones has always been a respectable starter at the left tackle spot, but has been unable to reach that mark of a cornerstone offensive lineman, sim  

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