With the Bears on Friday ruling veteran Jermon Bushrod out of Sunday’s game against the Raiders, second-year pro Charles Leno Jr. is expected to start at left tackle.
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“It’s a great opportunity,” said Leno, a 2014 seventh-round draft pick. “I’m really excited, ready to play some football and get back to playing the way I know I can play.”
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Bushrod has started 33 of 35 games since signing with the Bears as a free agent prior to the 2013 season.