There's not much to say about the offensive line. Considered an elite group back in 2006 anchored by Olin Kreutz and Ruben Brown, critics thought no end to the productiveness. A few years later, the Bears faced a Superbowl hangover in which the quarterback(s) were sacked a league high and didn't help Cedric Benson's case either. It was evident that the Bears had to become more young if they wanted to keep their quarterback(s) alive. So in the first round of the 2007 draft, the Bears took left tackle Chris Williams out of Vanderbilt. But with injuries, Williams barely saw the field his rookie season. A year after that, veteran tackle John Tait retired along with the departure of tackle John St. Claire. The Bears then signed guard/tackle Frank Omiyale to a relatively big contract not to mention the signing of future Hall of Famer Orlando Pace and then journeyman tackle Kevin Shaffer.
Here was the starting lineup for last year for the most part starting from the left side to the right. Pace, Omiyale, Kreutz, Garza, Williams.
This is how it went down: Jay Cutler was thrown to the ground, brutally I might add, 35 times and Matt Forte and company were met in the backfield more times than you can count.
...No need to elaborate on this poor performance. Let's just get straight to the Breakdown.

LT, CHRIS WILLIAMS-A first-round pick out of Vanderbilt, Williams was drafted as a left tackle. So when the Bears moved him to right tackle to make room for Pace, Williams took a step backwards. To his credit, Williams did a decent job compared to the other lineman but it wasn't his inability to play that hurt him, it was the mistakes/penalties. 30 of the 61 penalties came from Williams whether it was false starts or holding. It was evident that this was not his natural position. Luckily, Pace went down and Williams moved back to the left side where he showed the Bears why they drafted him in the first round. In week 16, Williams basically manhandled arguably the best defensive end in the league in Jared Allen. He truly is the left tackle of the future.

LG/RT, FRANK OMIYALE-Was the first and few free agent acquisitions last year. He was signed to a fairly big (and unwarranted) contract. He ended up starting the season and let's just say it was one of the poorest performances you will ever see. He was benched midway through the season and then came back a few weeks later. Surprisingly, Omiyale did much better on his second try in his run and pass blocking. He could be the left guard for next year but might be moved over to right tackle in favor of Mike Martz's scheme.

C, OLIN KREUTZ-One of the greatest offensive lineman in franchise history and our All-Decade offensive lineman of the year. Kreutz was a solid part of the offensive line just like every other year. Again, not much to analyze with Kreutz he simply is one of the best centers in the league. Unfortunately for Kreutz and every other player in the league (except for grandpa Favre) age is a huge factor in performance. He had surgery on his ankle and called out the front-office earlier in the off season. His contract expires next year. Don't be surprised if the Bears draft a project replacement or attempt to convert a current player to center. But for now, long live Kreutz.

RG, ROBERTO GARZA-Garza has been one of the most underrated players on the Bears ever since he's been here as well as being one of the most consistent players every year. He won't be flying down to Hawaii anytime soon but he's a solid pro and a lock for right guard next year. To his credit, he can easily play center as well...Just saying. Signed through 2010.

RT, KEVIN SHAFFER-Shaffer is a solid player with good skills and strength. He looked a little uncomfortable playing tackle earlier in the season but eventually ended up doing very well in the later part of the season. He should have the opportunity to start a RT but will be challenged by Omiyale or a draft pick.

LG, JOSH BEEKMAN-Was a solid starter in 2008 when he started every game and helped lead running back Matt Forte to an impressive 1200 yard rookie season. He is considered more of a run blocking/down field blocker than a pass blocker and that will hurt his value in Martz's system. Again, he's a good player but not good enough to beat out anybody on the roster. He can also play center very well, how about that.

G/T, LANCE LOUIS-A sixth round pick last year drafted as a tight end. He was actually a fairly good tight end to in college but gained significant weight and was more of a tackle/guard. To be honest, I was surprised he event made the final roster last year. So that means this guy must have some potential. To his credit he is one of the most athletic 300+ pound players in the league and it surprised me when they signed Manaeulama. Other than that he's just another bad draft pick with a lot of off field issues.