Beekman Out, Omiyale In: Chicago Bears Starting Lineup Taking Shape

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Published: August 19, 2009

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... been reduced to a reserve as Frank Omiyale has been moved into the starting lineup for the upcoming game against the New York Giants and their stellar defensive line.

This comes as a bit of a surprise, at least in terms of timing, since Beekman had held the starter's spot all of training camp and in the first preseason game.

By most accounts, Beekman played just as well as Omiyale, if not better, through most drills at training camp in Bourbonnais.

When Omiyale was signed in the offseason, most predicted he would be the starting guard for the team. However, no one expected Beekman to put up such a strong case for himself.

If Omiyale holds his own against one of the top, if not the best, defensive line in football, you can consider that battle over.

So then, it would be on the line (from left to right): Pace, Omiyale, Kreutz, Garza, Williams.

All five players, assuming Omiyale doesn't bomb out against the G-Men, are set.

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