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Alyssa Barbieri

Bears RG Nate Davis doubtful vs. Bucs for personal reasons

The Chicago Bears will be without a starting offensive lineman when they face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 2.

Bears right guard Nate Davis won’t travel with the team to Tampa Bay for Sunday’s game against the Buccaneers. He’s been listed as doubtful.

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According to Brad Biggs and Courtney Cronin, Davis is dealing with a death in the family that happened Saturday morning. It was also the reason why Davis missed time this offseason.

As a result, Chicago has flexed offensive lineman Aviante Collins to the active roster from the practice squad. Cornerback Josh Blackwell (hamstring), previously listed as doubtful, has been downgraded to out.

With Davis not expected to suit up, the Bears will most likely turn to Ja’Tyre Carter at right guard. When Davis was sidelined for most of the summer, it was Carter who saw reps with the first-team offense. Plus, Carter is listed as the primary backup at both guard positions.

Davis appeared in three games as a rookie last season, all in a reserve role.

Dan Feeney, who the Bears acquired in a trade with the Dolphins this summer, could also factor into things. Feeney has versatility along the interior, having played all three positions.

Chicago is now without both starting guards — Davis and left guard Teven Jenkins, who landed on injured reserve with an unspecified leg injury.

Meanwhile, the Bears will be without defensive coordinator Alan Williams, who also won’t travel with the team to Tampa due to persona reasons.

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