The Bears traded a fifth-round pick for Ryan Bates, an interior lineman from the Buffalo Bills.
The trade raises questions about the Bears' plan for Bates and the offensive line.
Bates' previous connection to the Bears and his salary are factors to consider.
The Bills' roster changes add another layer of intrigue to the trade.
The Bears' evaluation of Bates will determine the success of the trade.
What position does Ryan Bates play?
—Ryan Bates is an interior lineman.
What did the Bears trade for Ryan Bates?
—The Bears traded a fifth-round draft pick for Ryan Bates.
What are the Bears' plans for Ryan Bates?
—The Bears' plans for Ryan Bates are still unclear.
How does Ryan Bates' salary factor into the trade?
—Ryan Bates' salary could have influenced the trade, as he is set to make $4 million next year.
What other roster changes have the Buffalo Bills made?
—The Buffalo Bills have made several roster changes, including cutting players and making trades.
00:01The Bears traded a fifth-round draft pick for Ryan Bates, an interior lineman from the Buffalo Bills.
02:00The trade raises questions about the Bears' plan for Bates and the offensive line.
04:00Bates' previous connection to the Bears and his salary are factors to consider.
06:00The Bills' roster changes add another layer of intrigue to the trade.
08:00The Bears' evaluation of Bates will determine the success of the trade.
