Nov 3, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Darnell Wright (58) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Chicago Bears top offensive lineman gives high praise from NFL legend

Originally posted on ChiCitySports | By Eric Root | Last updated Nov 6, 2025 6:30 PM ET

The Chicago Bears offensive line have been exceeding expectations throughout the season. Both the pass blocking and run blocking have been a key part to the offense’s success.

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One of the biggest success stories for the offensive line is Darnell Wright. The surging right tackle ranks sixth among all offensive linemen on Pro Football Focus with an overall grade of 82. Wright also ranks second in the NFL on run blocking with a very impressive grade of 87.3

The Bears’ right tackle went viral for a really athletic block he made during Week 9’s 47-42 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Wright now has gotten major praise from a legendary two time All-Pro lineman.

The Chicago Bears right tackle has been given major props from Andrew Whitworth

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The legendary former Las Angeles Rams player had major praise over an impressive block Wright made. Wright made a block on Bengals rookie Shemar Stewart on a 4th and 1 play, where he straight up leveled the Bengals rookie.

Whitworth said on his podcast with veteran quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick that Wright’s block will be a “top five on his highlight reel for the rest of his career”

Andrew Whitworth on Darnell Wright’s viral block on Shemar Stewart:

“It will be Top 5 on his highlight reel the rest of his career. He’s a young right tackle, he’ll play for a really long time.”

Love to see Darnell gaining more respect.

: @fitzandwhit pic.twitter.com/c8tiOmvZ3t

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