The Bears suffered injury after injury on the offensive line in a heartbreaking loss to the Washington Commanders. If they hope to make the playoffs in a fiercely competitive NFC North division, the Bears need to make a trade to aid the offensive line. Fortunately for Chicago, several notable offensive linemen are available on the trade market and could offer the immediate support their struggling offensive line needs.
Bears Offensive Line Trade Rumors
The Bears are dealing with several injuries along the offensive line. Tackles Kiran Amegadije and Braxton Jones have been out of practice this week due to calf and knee injuries, and guard Teven Jenkins is also sidelined with a knee issue. Guard Ryan Bates has just returned from IR and may not be ready to immediately start. With four key offensive linemen potentially unavailable for Sunday’s game against the Arizona Cardinals, here are some trade targets who could strengthen the Bears’ offensive line ahead of the NFL Trade Deadline.
Brandon Scherff
NFL Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported that Jacksonville Jaguars guard Brandon Scherff is available via trade. The Jaguars have already traded a player, and Scherff is drawing interest from teams across the league. In the final year of his contract, Jacksonville could benefit from gaining draft compensation for the veteran guard, who is unlikely to return next season. Scherff, a five-time Pro Bowler, and 2020 First-Team All-Pro remains one of the top guards in the NFL. While he would offer a short-term solution, the Bears urgently need reinforcement at right guard, especially if Nate Davis is traded.
Potential Trade Details
Chicago Bears Receive: Brandon Scherff, 2025 Sixth-Round Pick
Jacksonville Jaguars Receive: 2025 Fifth-Round Pick
Kenyon Green
ESPN Insider Jeremy Fowler reported that Houston Texans guard Kenyon Green has garnered trade interest. It’ll be a low-risk investment that could be an underrated move for the Bears if they decide to trade for Green.
It’s been an unfortunate start to Green’s career, missing the 2023 season with a knee injury. A change of scenery might be exactly what he needs at this point. The Texans would also likely welcome any form of compensation, and the Bears could be the perfect landing spot. Slotting Green into the starting lineup while Teven Jenkins recovers could give him a chance to show why he was a first-round pick. At just 23 years old, he could even develop into a long-term solution at guard for Chicago.
Potential Trade Details
Chicago Bears Receive: Kenyon Green
Houston Texans Receive: 2025 Seventh-Round Pick, 2026 Seventh-Round Pick
Cesar Ruiz
New Orleans Saints guard Cesar Ruiz could be a dark horse trade target for the Bears. Though he hasn’t been involved in trade rumors, Ruiz plays on a struggling 2-6 Saints team with little chance of turning their season around. Ruiz signed a four-year, $44 million extension in 2023 and is only 25 years old. With experience at both guard and center, he can be a huge asset for the Bears. While the Saints might be hesitant to part with Ruiz, the Bears have the cap space and draft capital to make a trade feasible.
Potential Trade Details
Chicago Bears Receive: Cesar Ruiz
New Orleans Saints Receive: 2025 Third-Round Pick
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