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Brad Biggs: Matt Eberflus has dropped hints a change on the Chicago Bears offensive line is coming. Here’s the most likely scenario.

Chicago Bears guard Michael Schofield warms up for a game against the Washington Commanders at Soldier Field on Oct. 13, 2022, in Chicago.

Matt Eberflus dropped enough hints during the Chicago Bears’ review of the first six games that it wouldn’t be a surprise if they were to make a change on the offensive line against the New England Patriots on Monday night at Gillette Stadium.

The most likely scenario is Michael Schofield taking over at left guard with Lucas Patrick sliding over to center and Sam Mustipher heading to the sideline.

If so, it will be the fourth lineup the Bears have used on the line in seven games with the team needing to plug a hole while Cody Whitehair is on injured reserve with a sprained MCL in his right knee. Whitehair is sidelined for at least two more games, and the soonest he could return is Nov. 6 against the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field.

Despite the ongoing shuffling, the Bears have

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