Cincinnati Bengals Injury Update: Latest on Lucas Patrick Following Friday's Practice

The Bengals signed Patrick to help protect Joe Burrow this season.

Oct 15, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears offensive lineman Lucas Patrick (62) warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images | Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

CINCINNATI — Bengals veteran offensive lineman Lucas Patrick left Friday's practice with what appeared to be a right calf injury.

Patrick was in the locker room following the session with a sleeve on his right calf. He didn't speak to reporters after practice, but it's certainly noteworthy that he left early.

The Bengals signed the veteran to compete for the starting right guard job. Patrick has experience at guard and center. He's been playing a lot of center this week with Matt Lee dealing with a minor injury.

The coaching staff is playing it safe with Lee. They moved Patrick to center with the backups. That also allowed Cody Ford to get the first crack at the starting right guard job.

If Patrick misses time, look for Ford to remain with the first team at right guard.

Watch video of Patrick leaving the field on Friday below:

Here’s another clip of Lucas Patrick. He talked with trainers before walking back to the locker room https://t.co/krXXlJQJJD pic.twitter.com/q8oNS8zEml
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