The Chicago Bears are in the middle of a disastrous offseason. The roster didn't gain any major improvements throughout the course of free agency and some key players were either traded or allowed to walk away. First-year general manager Ryan Poles has the chance to turn things around in the upcoming NFL Draft. There are plenty of holes that need addressing, so expect the Bears to take a needs-based approach when it comes to selecting new guys.
This Bears mock draft was constructed using PFF's Mock Draft Simulator.
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R2/39th pick: Skyy Moore – Wide receiver, Western Michigan
The Bears could sorely use a first-round pick but they would love to settle for a first-round caliber player in Moore. He possesses elite speed and solid route running, as well as a knack for tough contested catches. His best fit is in the slot, which works out perfectly as the Bears are lacking a real slot option. He would immediately provide a nice security blanket for second-year quarterback Justin Fields because of his ability to make plays across the middle of the field. Overall, this is a perfect match for both team and player.
R2/48th pick: Abraham Lucas – Offensive tackle, Washington State
Lucas would be an interesting prospect for the Bears. He's a great pass blocker that could play guard or tackle at the NFL level. However, his run blocking needs some work. The upside behind this pick would be enough for Chicago, as starting-caliber offensive linemen are pretty tough to find. If Lucas can clean up his run blocking a little bit, he would almost be a lock to start somewhere on the Bears' offensive line in his rookie season. Even if he's not ready to start immediately, Lucas should be able to develop into a capable starter within a couple of seasons.
R3/71st pick: Kerby Joseph – Safety, Illinois
Surprisingly, the Bears are sorely lacking depth at safety. They're currently set to start Eddie Jackson and DeAndre Houston-Carson at the position, but there isn't much behind those guys. Joseph would be a nice middle-round selection to help fix that problem. Joseph is a rangy safety who's at his best outside of the tackle box. He excels in zone coverage but has some trouble with playing physically. Sitting behind Jackson would be the perfect opportunity for Joseph to develop into a quality safety while spending some time on the Bears' special teams. He could also potentially take Houston-Carson's job at some point in the season.
R5/148th pick: Chris Paul – Offensive tackle, Tulsa
This is another pick that's focused on rebuilding the offensive line. Paul is nowhere near ready to start in the NFL but he will be in a couple of seasons. He played tackle in college but his natural position of guard will be a better fit with the Bears. That positional versatility should make him an appealing swing-tackle prospect for the Bears, as they try to develop him into a starter. Paul lacks top-shelf athleticism but he's solid in the run game and has shown flashes of potential in pass protection. Assuming he's not forced into action too soon, there's a decent chance he develops into a good backup at the very least. That's the type of depth the Bears should be looking for late in the NFL Draft.
R5/150th pick: D'Marco Jackson – Linebacker, Appalachian State
The only quality linebacker the Bears have is Roquan Smith, so they should certainly be looking to add some talent at the position. Jackson fits the bill perfectly as a player who's a little raw but with plenty of upside. He possesses top-end speed to go along with good coverage ability, something that most teams are looking for in a pass-happy NFL. Jackson would also be capable of playing special teams for the Bears. He does struggle to shed blocks in the running game, but that problem can be coached out of him. Jackson's athleticism is something that can't be coached, so the Bears should be willing to spend a late-round pick on him.
R6/186th pick: Jaivon Heiligh – Wide receiver, Coastal Carolina
This selection, like most late-round picks, is a pure flier. Heiligh played well throughout his college career, using solid route running and impressive speed to rack up 1,128 yards and seven scores throughout the 2021 season. He tracks the ball well and is physical enough to get the job done. In all honesty, Heiligh probably won't be available this late in the draft. If he is, the Bears should jump all over the chance to draft a high-upside receiver with their last pick.
Bears mock draft grade: B+
Overall, this is a largely unexciting but necessary draft for the Bears. They solidify their depth at some key offensive positions while adding some high-upside prospects in the later rounds.
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