Chicago Bears heart Lucas Patrick is anticipated to want surgical procedure on his proper hand, a supply instructed the Tribune’s Brad Biggs on Friday.
Patrick signed a two-year, $8 million contract to be the Bears starter this offseason, and his damage is a blow to an offensive line with a whole lot of uncertainty. But the timing of it this early in camp might be a optimistic, particularly if Patrick is ready to work his approach again into the lineup by the season opener.
Patrick was injured throughout Thursday’s follow and walked off with a coach whereas holding his proper arm up. He finally took a cart to the locker room and didn’t return to follow.
Bears rookie Doug Kramer took over at heart. Sam Mustipher additionally has expertise at heart however has been practising at proper guard.
Bears coach Matt Eberflus didn’t communicate to reporters after follow Thursday however may have a scheduled information convention Friday.
Patrick is a pacesetter on a line with a number of rookies and second-year gamers, and he nonetheless will be capable to lend his recommendation to the youthful gamers whereas recovering.
“I’m here because I benefited from a lot of guys who gave me all the advice that they wanted to give or were willing to give,” Patrick stated Tuesday. “I’ll give it to any guy willing to listen. I think it will make our team better, and that’s the end goal to make this team better and win games, make a run for the Lombardi.”
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Source: www.bostonherald.com