Bears Lose LT Braxton Jones to IR Just in Time for the Jets Pass Rush
Story reported by Adam Schefter via Courtney Cronin
The just pulled off a dominant 27-7 win over the in Week 3, but the victory tax has officially arrived in the Windy City.
Left tackle Braxton Jones is heading to injured reserve after messing up his right knee against , according to ESPN's Adam Schefter and Courtney Cronin.
Going to IR means Jones is shelved for at least the next four games. Losing your blindside protector is the kind of roster hit that turns a smooth-running offense into a frantic scramble drill.
The timing is objectively terrible. The Bears are gearing up to host the this Sunday. Facing that defensive front with a backup left tackle is like trying to defuse a bomb while wearing oven mitts.
Reports indicate Benedet is in line to take over the starting gig against . Throwing a backup into the fire against a relentless pass rush is a massive gamble, and it immediately shifts how you have to look at 's offensive ceiling for the next month.
If you are eyeing the ' team totals or player props this weekend, factor in a lot more quick-game concepts and max protection. has to figure out how to keep their quarterback upright, or this feel-good start to the season is going to get bruised in a hurry.