The Chicago Bears are looking to overhaul the offensive line this offseason to protect quarterback Justin Fields. They already made one move to lock down a center in Lucas Patrick. Now, it sounds like they’re close to landing another starter.
According to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune, restricted free agent Ryan Bates intends to sign an offer sheet from the Bears. Bates has been with the Buffalo Bills since 2019, where he became an integral part of their offensive line since 2020.
Bates has been in high demand, where he’s had visits with the Bears, New England Patriots and Minnesota Vikings over the last week. But given Bates is a restricted free agent, the Bills have five days to match the contract Chicago is offering Bates.
