"It's a shame to get rid of a player who grew up near the Windy City, but it's pretty clear that Amegadjie isn't in the Bears' plans going forward. The 2024 third-round pick likely would have been cut in last season's training camp if not for his Day 2 draft upside. His struggles blocking in space led the Bears to start working him at guard instead of tackle."
"On the one hand, I can understand where Schatz is coming from in listing Kiran Amegadjie as a player who could be better off with a change of scenery. Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson are locked in as starting guards. Luke Newman is ahead of him on the depth chart among the reserves. Jordan McFadden would be, too, should the restricted free agent return to Chicago next season."
Kiran Amegadjie, a 2024 third-round pick who grew up near the Windy City, struggled with blocking in space and was moved from tackle to guard. The player likely would have been cut during last season's training camp if not for perceived Day 2 draft upside. Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson are entrenched as starting guards, while Luke Newman and Jordan McFadden occupy reserve roles ahead of Amegadjie. A return to tackle appears unlikely given competition from Theo Benedet and Ozzy Trapilo. A change of organization could allow Amegadjie to play guard from Day 1 and realize collegiate run-blocking potential.
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