Chicago Bears to visit tackle prospect Josh Conerly Jr

The Chicago Bears have strengthened their offensive line by acquiring guards Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson. They made these trades with the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Rams during the 2025 offseason. They also signed center Drew Dalman from the Atlanta Falcons. Despite these improvements, the Bears are still considering adding more talent. Reports indicate they have scheduled a visit with Josh Conerly Jr., a former starting left tackle from the University of Oregon. He is recognized as a strong pass protector and has visits lined up with several other NFL teams. Conerly is not expected to be drafted in the first round, suggesting he might be available for the Bears in the second round. The team may be looking for more depth at the tackle position, or even seeing Conerly as a potential future starter. Bears’ management, including Ryan Poles, is evaluating all options. They have established starting tackles in Braxton Jones and backup Kiran Amegadije. If they feel confident in those players, they might not pick Conerly. As the NFL Draft approaches, the Bears also hold the 10th overall pick. It’s unclear what position they will target with that choice, but options like a running back or edge rusher are being considered. Fans are eagerly waiting to see what the team decides to do.