The decision to pass on Wilson and the top four tackles backfired, but getting Smith-Njigba isn't the worst thing that could have happened. Toughness, grit, and leadership are there, but the lack of size and arm strength likely will limit him in the NFL. Walker to back up Fields this offseason, I do think drafting a quarterback on Day 3 is a good option. Irrelevant, you might as well take a stab at Duggan, right?ĭuggan dwarfed Tavai, North Dakota State fullback Hunter Luepke, and Hampton wide receiver Jadakiss Bond to round out this mock. Hell, if Brock Purdy can almost go to the Super Bowl as Mr.
There was some bickering in the war room over Benton and Wypler, but the selection of Adebawore led to Wypler getting the nod. 53.īut good players were still available, with Wisconsin defensive tackle Keeanu Benton, Kansas State cornerback Julius Brents, Ohio State center Luke Wypler, and USC edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu serving as top options. Some bad news, the offensive tackle class has already been picked over, and none are appealing options at No. 53, and the Bears still haven't addressed the edge rusher or offensive tackle need. I'd have gone with McDonald here, who scouts view as an 8-10 sack per season guy. His inside-outside versatility and first-step explosion are appealing, but he's one of the boom-or-bust prospects in this class. Where do they go?- Josh Schrock April 22, 2023
They miss out on the top tackles but get the clear-cut WR1 and a guy who Justin Fields loves. The defensive lineman blew away the combine when he ran a 4.49 40-yard dash at 282 pounds.Īfter some debate between JSN, Bijan, and Kancey, the Bears have selected Smith-Njigba. Will McDonald IV and Felix Anudike-Uzomah were both still on the board, as was TCU guard Steve Avila.īut the lure of Northwestern's Adetomiwa Adebawore was too enticing to pass up. Having an early Round 2 pick is a gateway to plenty of second-tier edge rushers in this class. 9, so they are back on the clock to start Round 2 with a lot of needs still to fill.
The Bears got the pick they traded for Chase Claypool back when they moved out of No. 32 - Adetomiwa Adebawore, DL, Northwestern Honestly, I don't hate the pick after the hand they were dealt at No. What's the move?- Josh Schrock April 21, 2023įorget protecting or affecting the quarterback. But I have bad news the top four OTs are now off the board. The Falcons took Devon Witherspoon at 8, allowing Tyree Wilson to fall to the Bears, but Ryan Poles trades with the Steelers and move down to No.
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