Tag: Ryan Bates

Jul 25, 2022; Pittsford, NY, USA; Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Ryan Bates (71) on the field during training camp at St. John Fisher University. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Bears place G Ryan Bates (shoulder/elbow) on injured reserve

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The Chicago Bears placed right guard Ryan Bates on the injured list on Saturday because of shoulder and elbow issues. He will miss at least the next four games, beginning with Sunday night’s contest against the host Houston Texans.

Bates, 27, was on the field for 38 offensive snaps, playing the majority of the time while rotating with starting right guard Nate Davis (18 snaps), in the 24-17 home victory over the Tennessee Titans last Sunday.

Bates played for the Buffalo Bills from 2019-23, appearing in 73 regular-season games (19 starts) and nine playoff games (four starts). He was traded to the Bears on March 13 for a 2024 fifth-round draft pick.

Chicago also signed long snapper Scott Daly from the practice squad and elevated receiver Collin Johnson from the practice squad on Saturday. Daly played against the Titans in place of the injured Patrick Scales, who is recovering from back surgery.

Receivers Keenan Allen (heel) and Rome Odunze (knee) are listed as questionable for Sunday’s game.

–Field Level Media

Oct 16, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Ryan Bates (71) warms up against the Kansas City Chiefs prior to the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Bears acquire OL Ryan Bates from Bills for fifth-round pick

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The Buffalo Bills are trading offensive lineman Ryan Bates to the Chicago Bears for a fifth-round pick in the 2024 draft.

The deal is pending a physical and will become official when the new league year begins March 13, the Bills announced Monday.

Bates, 27, played the first five seasons of his NFL career with Buffalo. He has seen action in 73 regular-season games, starting 19, along with nine playoff games (four starts).

Bates was the Bills’ starting right guard for 15 games in 2022 before restructuring his contract and moving to a reserve role last year. His contract lasts through 2025.

–Field Level Media