Bears starter still in concussion protocol on Wednesday

But he also had this disaster of a play on a pass blocking rep where it appears he had no clue what his assignment even was. The worst part is that the play nearly ended with his quarterback taking a big shot from a Browns defender.

Whitehair started for the Bears at left guard from Weeks 1-5 while Jenkins was on the injured reserve to start the season. Jenkins was active in Week 5 and ended up replacing Whitehair during the game and started at the position in Week 6 while Whitehair filled in at center. From Weeks 7-10, Jenkins started at right guard allowing Whitehair to return playing at left guard.

However, over the past 4 games, Jenkins returned to left guard and Whitehair was sent back to the bench. So far, Whitehair has had his worst season of his career according to Pro Football Focus, which has him listed with a 43.1 overall grade in 2023. 

Whitehair has struggled blocking in the run game and in pass protection throughout the season. The eight-year veteran has allowed three sacks, 19 pressures, and four QB hits throughout the season at both guard and center.

Having him potentially back in the starting lineup on Sunday could affect the Bears offense in a negative way against the Cardinals. The Bears could also consider using offensive lineman Dan Feeney, although even he's only played 43 snaps in 2023.