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The Chicago Bears steadfastly denied the need to add to the offensive line this offseason because they plan to deploy the pieces already on hand differently, according to sources familiar with the situation, who said veteran Chris Williams will move back to offensive tackle.

New offensive coordinator Mike Tice reiterated the team's stance last week on the position during a three-day rookie minicamp.

"I think (general manager) Phil (Emery) and (head coach) Lovie (Smith) -- with the help of the scouts and the staff -- if we felt tackle were a dire need for us, I'm sure they would have answered the bell on draft day," Tice said.