Dozier didn't play a single offensive snap for the Vikings last season after a brutal 2020 season which saw him start full-time and finish with a 36.7 PFF pass block grade. He'll be part of the plan, along with Lucas Patrick, for the Bears to try to replace the departing James Daniels. 

Mike Zimmer told reporters that a fully vaccinated player had gone to the emergency room with Covid, and Cronin reports that Dozier is the player that Zimmer was referencing. Dozier is reportedly in stable condition but remains at the hospital. It's a scary situation and our thoughts are with Dozier and his family.

Dozier played essentially every snap last season, though he was one of the league's very worst guards. The Vikings haven't really made many additions to their line yet, only acquiring G/C Mason Cole, but Dozier should be returning as a depth option instead of starter. 

Dozier appeared in all 16 games and made four starts for the Vikings last year. The 28-year-old will return as veteran depth that can back up multiple spots.