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The Chicago Bears continued to prioritize offense with the selection of Boston College offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo with the 56th overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. This selection was acquired in a trade with the Buffalo Bills, where Chicago moved back from 41st overall to land picks 56 and 62, along with a fourth rounder.
Trapilo has started at right tackle for the past two seasons, but he does have experience playing left tackle (as he started 10 games in 2022). NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah called Trapilo a Day 1 starter at right tackle, which could suggest a move for Darnell Wright to left tackle (which is something general manager Ryan Poles hinted is a possibility).
Here’s a collection of all of the grades for Trapilo from various media outlets, where experts believe the Bears landed the developmental tackle they need who could find a role on this revamped Chicago offensive line.
USA Today's Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz: "All offense, all the time for Chicago. The Bears get back to the trenches with Trapilo, a towering blindside blocker who provides some insurance if left tackle Braxton Jones falters or has any trouble staying on the field after he fractured an ankle last season."
CBS Sports' Chris Trapasso: "Tirelessly working blocker with exceptional hand placement and a very methodic style to his responsibilities in the trenches. Has a unique frame without immense length yet makes it work. Certainly a springy athlete who has to get stronger and play through the whistle more frequently."
Sports Illustrated's Matt Verderame: "After selecting two skill players in Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III, the Bears went back to focusing on the offensive line. Trapilo was a standout right tackle for Bill O’Brien, the former NFL head coach who’s now guiding Boston College. Trapilo used his height to his advantage and didn’t allow it to become a downside due to his excellent timing and footwork. Trapilo, who moved from left tackle to right tackle in 2023, started 36 games for the Eagles."
The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner: "One of the tallest players in the draft and a three-year starting right tackle inside a dynamic Boston College run game at Boston College, Trapilo might have a tougher time with speed on the left side than the right. However, he’s a consistent technician who finds ways to eat space and maintain protection off the edge."
Pro Football Focus: "Trapilo started at left tackle for Boston College in 2022 before moving to right tackle for the 2023 and 2024 seasons. He brings massive length and size to the position and has NFL bloodlines, with his father having played in the league. Trapilo allowed just two sacks over the past two years and earned an 80.5 pass-blocking grade in 2024."
Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer: "Trapillo is a nice addition after the team upgraded the interior big time with Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman and Jonah Jackson. They need to develop a potential left tackle opposite Darnell Wright. Trapilo has unteachable natural size and athleticism built for that position."
33rd Team's Ian Valentino: "Getting a developmental tackle was a priority for Chicago, and they did well in getting one of my favorites. Ozzy Trapilo is a mammoth of a man, but has some natural limitations that come with being 6-foot-8. He's not as powerful as he needs to be, but he'll have time to improve."
Bleacher Report's Brent Sobleski: "The Chicago Bears' addition of Ozzy Trapilo is somewhat perplexing. Trapilo is a quality prospect with an NFL pedigree. His father played six seasons in the NFL. But Trapilo spent the last two seasons playing right tackle at Boston College. The Bears don’t need a right tackle unless they move Darnell Wright to the blind side. Trapilo does have experience playing left tackle, having started 12 games there to begin his collegiate career. Chicago probably views Trapilo as a swing tackle unless Braxton Jones isn’t healthy to start the 2025 campaign. In a class where pure offensive tackle prospects aren't plentiful, Trapilo stands out. The 6'8", 316-pounder started 44 games during his time at Boston College. More importantly, he's a grinder, which NFL coaches love."
For The Win's Cory Woodroof: "Trapilo is the developmental tackle Chicago needs, even if he’s not likely to play in 2025. We’ll see which side of the line the Bears want him for in the long run, but he could replace Braxton Jones on the left side in 2026. It’s smart move, as he give the team a strong swing tackle for now and a possible starter for later. We’ll just see how Chicago develops him over the year."
SB Nation's Joseph Acosta: "I had Trapailo at 98 on my final big board, but at 56 this feels like a massive stretch. Trapailo is a big dude who wants to finish blocks in the run game, but some stiffness is going to limit his ceiling."
Bears Wire's Brendan Sugrue: "You can see his potential, though, and the fact that Trapilo has experience on both sides of the line is very beneficial to this team. The line combinations were numerous last season due to a variety of reasons, so having someone like Trapilo who can play on the left and right sides will prevent a lot of headaches from happening. Overall, it's a fine pick. Trapilo doesn't look like he will be a stellar tackle for years to come, but a quality one instead. He may also look drastically different after the coaching staff gets to work with him."
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Trapilo has started at right tackle for the past two seasons, but he does have experience playing left tackle (as he started 10 games in 2022). NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah called Trapilo a Day 1 starter at right tackle, which could suggest a move for Darnell Wright to left tackle (which is something general manager Ryan Poles hinted is a possibility).
Here’s a collection of all of the grades for Trapilo from various media outlets, where experts believe the Bears landed the developmental tackle they need who could find a role on this revamped Chicago offensive line.
USA Today: B
USA Today's Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz: "All offense, all the time for Chicago. The Bears get back to the trenches with Trapilo, a towering blindside blocker who provides some insurance if left tackle Braxton Jones falters or has any trouble staying on the field after he fractured an ankle last season."
CBS Sports: A-
CBS Sports' Chris Trapasso: "Tirelessly working blocker with exceptional hand placement and a very methodic style to his responsibilities in the trenches. Has a unique frame without immense length yet makes it work. Certainly a springy athlete who has to get stronger and play through the whistle more frequently."
Sports Illustrated: B-
Sports Illustrated's Matt Verderame: "After selecting two skill players in Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III, the Bears went back to focusing on the offensive line. Trapilo was a standout right tackle for Bill O’Brien, the former NFL head coach who’s now guiding Boston College. Trapilo used his height to his advantage and didn’t allow it to become a downside due to his excellent timing and footwork. Trapilo, who moved from left tackle to right tackle in 2023, started 36 games for the Eagles."
The Athletic: B+
The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner: "One of the tallest players in the draft and a three-year starting right tackle inside a dynamic Boston College run game at Boston College, Trapilo might have a tougher time with speed on the left side than the right. However, he’s a consistent technician who finds ways to eat space and maintain protection off the edge."
Pro Football Focus: Average
Pro Football Focus: "Trapilo started at left tackle for Boston College in 2022 before moving to right tackle for the 2023 and 2024 seasons. He brings massive length and size to the position and has NFL bloodlines, with his father having played in the league. Trapilo allowed just two sacks over the past two years and earned an 80.5 pass-blocking grade in 2024."
Sporting News: B
Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer: "Trapillo is a nice addition after the team upgraded the interior big time with Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman and Jonah Jackson. They need to develop a potential left tackle opposite Darnell Wright. Trapilo has unteachable natural size and athleticism built for that position."
33rd Team: B-
33rd Team's Ian Valentino: "Getting a developmental tackle was a priority for Chicago, and they did well in getting one of my favorites. Ozzy Trapilo is a mammoth of a man, but has some natural limitations that come with being 6-foot-8. He's not as powerful as he needs to be, but he'll have time to improve."
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Bleacher Report: C
Bleacher Report's Brent Sobleski: "The Chicago Bears' addition of Ozzy Trapilo is somewhat perplexing. Trapilo is a quality prospect with an NFL pedigree. His father played six seasons in the NFL. But Trapilo spent the last two seasons playing right tackle at Boston College. The Bears don’t need a right tackle unless they move Darnell Wright to the blind side. Trapilo does have experience playing left tackle, having started 12 games there to begin his collegiate career. Chicago probably views Trapilo as a swing tackle unless Braxton Jones isn’t healthy to start the 2025 campaign. In a class where pure offensive tackle prospects aren't plentiful, Trapilo stands out. The 6'8", 316-pounder started 44 games during his time at Boston College. More importantly, he's a grinder, which NFL coaches love."
For The Win: A-
For The Win's Cory Woodroof: "Trapilo is the developmental tackle Chicago needs, even if he’s not likely to play in 2025. We’ll see which side of the line the Bears want him for in the long run, but he could replace Braxton Jones on the left side in 2026. It’s smart move, as he give the team a strong swing tackle for now and a possible starter for later. We’ll just see how Chicago develops him over the year."
SB Nation: C-
SB Nation's Joseph Acosta: "I had Trapailo at 98 on my final big board, but at 56 this feels like a massive stretch. Trapailo is a big dude who wants to finish blocks in the run game, but some stiffness is going to limit his ceiling."
Bears Wire: C+
Bears Wire's Brendan Sugrue: "You can see his potential, though, and the fact that Trapilo has experience on both sides of the line is very beneficial to this team. The line combinations were numerous last season due to a variety of reasons, so having someone like Trapilo who can play on the left and right sides will prevent a lot of headaches from happening. Overall, it's a fine pick. Trapilo doesn't look like he will be a stellar tackle for years to come, but a quality one instead. He may also look drastically different after the coaching staff gets to work with him."
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