The state of flux at the edges of the Bears’ offensive line, which has gone on virtually all preseason and parts of the regular season, continued with word that Charles Leno will step in at left tackle with Jermon Bushrod declared out against the Oakland Raiders with a concussion and shoulder injury.
Leno, a seventh-round pick in the 2014 draft, beat out Jordan Mills for the No. 3 tackle job in preseason but now makes his first start at tackle facing Raiders speed rushers Khalil Mack and Aldon Smith.
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“[They’re] really good,” Leno said.