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The Chicago Bears might be trying to fit a square into a round hole out of necessity. In 2023, the Bears selected Darnell Wright with the No. 10 pick to anchor the right tackle position.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 23

Braxton Jones receives clearance; Bears holding LT competition

Braxton Jones made a quick leap from Division I-FCS blocker to starting NFL left tackle as a rookie, moving into the Bears’ starting lineup despite being a 2022 fifth-round pick.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / July 23

Chicago Bears head coach clears up offseason speculation about former Tennessee Vols offensive lineman Darnell Wright

There's been some speculation over the last couple of months that Chicago Bears offensive tackle Darnell Wright, a former Tennessee Vols standout, might

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 22

Chicago Bears’ Ben Johnson makes final Darnell Wright position decision

As head coach Ben Johnson figures out his initial offensive line with the Chicago Bears, the idea of moving Darnell Wright from right to left tackle has been discussed.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 21

What Zach Tom's extension means for Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright

The season of contract extensions continues, this time with the Green Bay Packers getting on the board. NFL insider Ian Rapoport announced on Monday afternoon that the Packers had agreed to terms with right tackle Zach Tom on a four-year, $88 million extension with a historic $30.2 million signing bonus.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / July 17

Bears, second-round OT Ozzy Trapilo agree to deal

After agreeing to terms with second-round defensive lineman Shemar Turner earlier today, the Bears have now inked another one of their three Round 2 picks.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 13

Darnell Wright snubbed in ESPN offensive tackle rankings

As we get closer to the start of training camp, ESPN is going through each position group and ranking the 10 best players in the NFL by anonymously polling league executives, coaches, and scouts.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 5

Chicago Bears are indeed looking to switch up Darnell Wright’s role after all

The Chicago Bears waited until the final day of mandatory minicamp on Thursday to try out Darnell Wright at a new position. Which side of the line the offensive tackle would play at under new head coach Ben Johnson was the subject of much discussion following the draft.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 5

Chicago Bears' top play of 2025 minicamp comes from unexpected receiver

The Chicago Bears concluded their 2025 minicamp on Thursday, leaving one more series of OTAs remaining before breaking until training camp. And we caught a glimpse of what may end up being the best catch of the offseason.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / June 5

Bears Mandatory Minicamp: Darnell Wright adds more fuel to the fire regarding trick plays in Ben Johnson's offense after crazy catch

The Chicago Bears wrapped up the third and final day of mandatory minicamp on Thursday, which is the last day we'll see the full team in action until training camp.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / May 25

Former Tennessee Vols standout tabbed as top candidate to receive a contract extension from his team

The goal for every player drafted or signed in the NFL is two-fold: 1) win; 2) get paid. One national outlet believes the time could be coming for at

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 24

This Chicago Bears player could be next to sign a major contract extension

The Chicago Bears wasted little time this offseason locking up two critical players to multi-year contract extensions: guard Joe Thuney and cornerback Kyler Gordon.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 30

Why it's now easy to see Darnell Wright should stay at right tackle

During a predraft discussion, Bears GM Ryan Poles was asked about possibly moving Darnell Wright from right tackle to left tackle because of Braxton Jones' injury.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 28

Chicago Bears’ Darnell Wright position change noise growing louder

Darnell Wright has served as the Chicago Bears starting right tackle since 2023, and has done a more than just admirable job at that. However, Wright might be on the move following the additions Chicago made in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 28

What is the Chicago Bears' biggest roster problem following the 2025 NFL Draft?

The Chicago Bears went to work in the 2025 NFL Draft, adding explosive weapons in Colston Loveland and Luther Burden to the passing game and a new offensive tackle in Ozzy Trapilo.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 23

Chicago Bears’ Ryan Poles drops eye-opening Darnell Wright position take

Since being selected with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, Darnell Wright has solidified himself as the Chicago Bears right tackle. However, as Ben Johnson enters his first season as head coach, there are sure to be changes across the roster.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 22

Chicago Bears open to moving Darnell Wright to left tackle after NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears' upgrade at left tackle might already be on the roster, just playing a different position. Depending on how the NFL Draft goes, general manager Ryan Poles is open to moving players around on his offensive line to get the best combination of starting five.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 15

Darnell Wright’s 12-word reaction to Chicago Bears’ offseason moves

The Chicago Bears have made plenty of changes to their organization heading into the 2025 season. But one constant that remains is Darnell Wright holding down the fort at right tackle.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 14

Hilarious response by Bears offensive tackle Darnell Wright might be more than the joke it seems to be on the surface

There's going to be a lot of changes and challenges coming in 2025 for the Chicago Bears and all the returning players under new head coach Ben Johnson.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Are Bears comparisons of Darnell Wright to Penei Sewell valid?

It was a quote from the combine and Ben Johnson that seemed to add insult to Detroit Lions fans' injuries—at least they acted that way on social media.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 3

Bears RT Darnell Wright Believed To Have MCL Sprain

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Bears RT Darnell Wright is believed to have suffered an MCL sprain based on initial tests. According to Rapoport, the plan is for Wright to undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the severity of the injury. MCL sprains are typically multi-week injuries that can lead to injured reserve stints.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / January 23, 2024

Bears OL Darnell Wright Named To PFWA All-Rookie Team

The Chicago Bears got a stud when they drafted Darnell Wright 10th overall in the 2023 NFL draft. Ryan Poles saw how great he could be and considering Wright started all 17 games for Chicago this season, his dominance has only begun.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 26, 2023

Three realistic options for Bengals at pick No. 28

The Bengals already have a roster set to make another Super Bowl run with the 2023 NFL Draft still ahead. Here is three realistic options Cincinnati could go with at pick No. 28.

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Tennessee Volunteers News / Yardbarker / April 10, 2023

Analyst says surprise OL could be ‘best overall player’ in draft

Analyst says surprise OL has potential to be ‘best overall player’ in the draft

Ohio State’s Paris Johnson Jr., Northwestern’s Peter Skoronski and Georgia’s Broderick Jones are projected to be the top three offensive tackles off the board in the 2023 NFL Draft, but ESPN’s Louis Riddick believes there’s another tackle who could end up being better than them all.

Tennessee OT Darnell Wright visits four teams, more planned

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Tennessee Volunteers News / Yardbarker / April 1, 2023

Cowboys add former five-star tackle recruit in latest mock draft

ESPN’s Louis Riddick thinks Tennessee’s Darnell Wright may be the best athlete in the 2023 NFL Draft and according to another NFL expert, the Cowboys are going to get him.

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Tennessee Volunteers News / Yardbarker / February 23, 2023