4 Chicago Bears we can safely call busts after the 2023 season
By Dakota Wayne
Chicago Bears Bust No. 3: Lucas Patrick
While not drafted by the Chicago Bears, Lucas Patrick was a free agent signing who was supposed to make a rather immediate impact. And, he did. The impact was just the opposite of what he would've wanted.
In the nicest way possible, Lucas Patrick hasn't lived up to the hype.
For a player who was supposed to be bringing the teachings of Aaron Rodgers with him, he seemed to bring more of Nathaniel Hackett and Luke Getsy.
Lucas Patrick got 7.5 (out of 100) PFF pass-blocking grade Thursday allowing a sack, hit and 4 hurries. His 51.6 grade was his 2nd worst of his season. He’s trending the wrong direction. #DaBears #Bears pic.twitter.com/JbO4s5LO2l
— Clay Harbor (@clayharbs82) October 17, 2022
Patrick wasn't necessarily supposed to be a monster stud in the offensive line, but he has been the complete opposite. For those who believe in PFF grades, Lucas Patrick's game translates pretty well.
Lucas Patrick PFF grades by year (2020-2023) |
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2023 (CHI): 953 snaps, 11 penalties, 0 sacks allowed |
2022 (CHI): 269 snaps, 0 penalties, 2 sacks allowed |
2021 (GB): 911 snaps, 5 penalties, 1 sack allowed |
2020 (GB): 939 snaps, 3 penalties, 3 sacks allowed |
At a time when Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears needed help, Lucas Patrick was signed to add some much-needed talent. Instead, he joins the list of Bears busts throughout history.