Well, how about this for a shocker? The Bears just activated offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo from the active/physically unable to perform list, and if you’re like me, you probably thought we wouldn’t see this dude on the field anytime soon. Seriously, this is one of those comeback stories that makes you double-take when you read it.
The “No Way” Comeback Story
Think about it, Trapilo was dealing with a patellar tendon injury. Not exactly a small thing, right? He suffered it during their wild-card playoff win against the Packers last season, which sounds tough enough, but then he went under the knife on January 21. The word around the league was that he was expected to miss most, if not all, of the entire 2026 season. So for him to be activated now, it’s a testament to his grind and recovery. This isn’t just a small bump in the road; this is a full-on sprint back from what looked like a season-ending injury. Talk about defying expectations and making a statement!
O-Line Shakedown and Other Moves
Trapilo, a second-round pick from the 2025 draft, made a real impact in his rookie year. He played in 14 games, starting six of them at left tackle, and actually helped stabilize that position for the team. That’s huge for a young player to step in and steady the ship. Now, with him back, what does this mean for the Bears’ offensive line? Their current depth chart lists Braxton Jones, Jedrick Wills Jr. OR Kiran Amegadjie as the starting left tackle. Trapilo’s return definitely adds a layer of competition and experience that wasn’t expected this early, which could be massive for protecting whoever is under center. On the flip side, the team also announced they waived defensive back K.C. Eziomume, wide receiver Kyron Hudson, and defensive back Gervarrius Owens with injury settlements. It’s the tough business side of the league, making room where they can.
This early activation for Ozzy Trapilo is just wild. It immediately changes the conversation around their offensive line and adds a spark no one saw coming for the season ahead. You gotta wonder if he’ll be ready to jump right back into a starting role, or if they ease him in. Either way, it’s going to be interesting to watch how this plays out!
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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