Posted on Dec 23
Bears LT Braxton Jones to undergo surgery after gruesome ankle injury against Lions
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Bears left tackle Braxton Jones will miss the final two weeks of the season and require surgery after a gruesome ankle injury against the Lions.
Why it matters: The loss of Jones is a significant blow to the Bears' offensive line, which has already faced its fair share of challenges this season.
What's new: Jones sustained the injury in the second quarter when Lions defensive tackle Levi Onwuzurike landed on his right leg during pass protection, causing his left leg and ankle to buckle underneath him.
- Bears trainers stabilized Jones on the field before he was carted back to the locker room.
- Backup tackle Larry Borom replaced Jones and may start against the Seahawks.
Yes, but: The Bears have dealt with multiple injuries along the offensive line throughout the season, including rookie left tackle Kiran Amegadjie, who filled in for Jones previously.
The bottom line: The injuries to Jones and left guard Teven Jenkins highlight the struggles the Bears have faced in protecting their quarterbacks this season. It remains to be seen how the team will adjust and respond to these latest setbacks as they prepare to face the Seahawks.