A Very Merry Christmas Mock Draft for Da Bears

[Hutch1975]

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2023 NFL User Mock Draft. A Very Merry Christmas for Da Bears

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This draft involved three trades down.
1A (5). Bryan Bresee DL | Clemson - the new 3T
1B (13). Quentin Johnston WR | TCU - a War for opposite Mooney
1C (18). Isaiah Foskey EDGE | Notre Dame - Someone to put pressure on the edge, Gipson is a complementatry DE, Robinson's very raw still.
2A (49). Dawand Jones OT | Ohio State - the new RT
2B (56). Jordan Battle S | Alabama - Some safety depth
2C (60). Tuli Tuipulotu DL | USC - This guy got a lot of sacks.
3A. (65). Garrett Williams CB | Syracuse - Some help at CB/nickel
3B. (66). Dalton Kincaid TE | Utah - Someone to go with Kmet at TE
3C. (80). Jarrett Patterson IOL | Notre Dame - A new LG to replace Whitehair
3D. (96). DeMarvion Overshown LB | Texas - LB help next to Sanborn
4. (103). Sean Tucker RB | Syracuse - Replacement for Ebner
133. Emil EkiyorJr. IOL | Alabama - depth option, with Jenkins getting that neck injury
137. Parker Washington WR | Penn State - Depth at WR
152. Cade Stover TE | Ohio State - Depth at TE
179. Byron Young DL | Alabama - DL depth
189. Jake Moody K | Michigan - Competition/replacement for Santos
219. Cameron Ward QB | Washington State - Long-term backup for Fields
258. Laiatu Latu LB | UCLA - Special teams/LB depth

So, big help on the D-Line (2 DTs and a DE), a playmaker at WR for Fields, depth in the DB, and some youth on the O-Line to make it better at RT and LG.

All in the first three rounds.

 

[msadows]

lol. Stick to your day jerb

 

[ndgt10]

Too many Notre Dame players.

 

[ndgt10]

Too many Notre Dame players.

 

[Discus fish salesman]

Only 18 picks?

 

[msadows]

Only 18 picks?

Said it before, no one should be posting mocks here until February.

 

[DC]

2023 NFL User Mock Draft #1031751 | NFL Mock Draft Database

2023 NFL User Mock Draft. A Very Merry Christmas for Da Bears

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This draft involved three trades down.
1A (5). Bryan Bresee DL | Clemson - the new 3T
1B (13). Quentin Johnston WR | TCU - a War for opposite Mooney
1C (18). Isaiah Foskey EDGE | Notre Dame - Someone to put pressure on the edge, Gipson is a complementatry DE, Robinson's very raw still.
2A (49). Dawand Jones OT | Ohio State - the new RT
2B (56). Jordan Battle S | Alabama - Some safety depth
2C (60). Tuli Tuipulotu DL | USC - This guy got a lot of sacks.
3A. (65). Garrett Williams CB | Syracuse - Some help at CB/nickel
3B. (66). Dalton Kincaid TE | Utah - Someone to go with Kmet at TE
3C. (80). Jarrett Patterson IOL | Notre Dame - A new LG to replace Whitehair
3D. (96). DeMarvion Overshown LB | Texas - LB help next to Sanborn
4. (103). Sean Tucker RB | Syracuse - Replacement for Ebner
133. Emil EkiyorJr. IOL | Alabama - depth option, with Jenkins getting that neck injury
137. Parker Washington WR | Penn State - Depth at WR
152. Cade Stover TE | Ohio State - Depth at TE
179. Byron Young DL | Alabama - DL depth
189. Jake Moody K | Michigan - Competition/replacement for Santos
219. Cameron Ward QB | Washington State - Long-term backup for Fields
258. Laiatu Latu LB | UCLA - Special teams/LB depth

So, big help on the D-Line (2 DTs and a DE), a playmaker at WR for Fields, depth in the DB, and some youth on the O-Line to make it better at RT and LG.

All in the first three rounds.

Everclear is not meant for Eggnog.

 

[SugarWalls]

Despite what the h8ers say this isn’t a bad mock

 

[napo55]

I doubt Seattle and Detroit would make the trades you propose.

 

[greg23]

Only 18 picks?

And no falalalala?

 

[dennehy]

Only 18 picks?

Only 10 in the top 100. Should be at least 12.

 

[msadows]

Only 10 in the top 100. Should be at least 12.

These trades don't even work in madden ;(

Honestly, If they get the #1 pick id be A-okay just swapping with the texans for their #34 pick + #112

 

[dentfan]

2023 NFL User Mock Draft #1031751 | NFL Mock Draft Database

2023 NFL User Mock Draft. A Very Merry Christmas for Da Bears

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This draft involved three trades down.
1A (5). Bryan Bresee DL | Clemson - the new 3T

I DO NOT LIKE Bresee. Not one bit.

1B (13). Quentin Johnston WR | TCU - a War for opposite Mooney

I’d rather have Bijan. I get why he’s a first round pick. I’ve watched him enough to take him only if he’s the best of what’s left.

1C (18). Isaiah Foskey EDGE | Notre Dame - Someone to put pressure on the edge, Gipson is a complementatry DE, Robinson's very raw still.
2A (49). Dawand Jones OT | Ohio State - the new RT
2B (56). Jordan Battle S | Alabama - Some safety depth
2C (60). Tuli Tuipulotu DL | USC - This guy got a lot of sacks.
3A. (65). Garrett Williams CB | Syracuse - Some help at CB/nickel
3B. (66). Dalton Kincaid TE | Utah - Someone to go with Kmet at TE

Love. He’s rocketing up boards now. The secret’s out.

3C. (80). Jarrett Patterson IOL | Notre Dame - A new LG to replace Whitehair
3D. (96). DeMarvion Overshown LB | Texas - LB help next to Sanborn
4. (103). Sean Tucker RB | Syracuse - Replacement for Ebner
133. Emil EkiyorJr. IOL | Alabama - depth option, with Jenkins getting that neck injury
137. Parker Washington WR | Penn State - Depth at WR

Love this guy. I don’t know why he’s dropping.

152. Cade Stover TE | Ohio State - Depth at TE
179. Byron Young DL | Alabama - DL depth
189. Jake Moody K | Michigan - Competition/replacement for Santos
219. Cameron Ward QB | Washington State - Long-term backup for Fields
258. Laiatu Latu LB | UCLA - Special teams/LB depth

So, big help on the D-Line (2 DTs and a DE), a playmaker at WR for Fields, depth in the DB, and some youth on the O-Line to make it better at RT and LG.

All in the first three rounds.

 

[dentfan]

2023 NFL User Mock Draft #1031751 | NFL Mock Draft Database

2023 NFL User Mock Draft. A Very Merry Christmas for Da Bears

www.nflmockdraftdatabase.com

This draft involved three trades down.
1A (5). Bryan Bresee DL | Clemson - the new 3T
1B (13). Quentin Johnston WR | TCU - a War for opposite Mooney
1C (18). Isaiah Foskey EDGE | Notre Dame - Someone to put pressure on the edge, Gipson is a complementatry DE, Robinson's very raw still.
2A (49). Dawand Jones OT | Ohio State - the new RT
2B (56). Jordan Battle S | Alabama - Some safety depth
2C (60). Tuli Tuipulotu DL | USC - This guy got a lot of sacks.
3A. (65). Garrett Williams CB | Syracuse - Some help at CB/nickel
3B. (66). Dalton Kincaid TE | Utah - Someone to go with Kmet at TE
3C. (80). Jarrett Patterson IOL | Notre Dame - A new LG to replace Whitehair
3D. (96). DeMarvion Overshown LB | Texas - LB help next to Sanborn
4. (103). Sean Tucker RB | Syracuse - Replacement for Ebner
133. Emil EkiyorJr. IOL | Alabama - depth option, with Jenkins getting that neck injury
137. Parker Washington WR | Penn State - Depth at WR
152. Cade Stover TE | Ohio State - Depth at TE
179. Byron Young DL | Alabama - DL depth
189. Jake Moody K | Michigan - Competition/replacement for Santos
219. Cameron Ward QB | Washington State - Long-term backup for Fields
258. Laiatu Latu LB | UCLA - Special teams/LB depth

So, big help on the D-Line (2 DTs and a DE), a playmaker at WR for Fields, depth in the DB, and some youth on the O-Line to make it better at RT and LG.

All in the first three rounds.

Another thing, I’m happy to see you adding commentary on your picks. I’d like to see you evolve more in that direction. I prefer to add a hyperlink to more information and sometimes even a video as well as a picture of each prospect. Yes, it takes more time, but also forces you to make each draft count.

I think we have different philosophies about where Poles is going this year. I don’t think he’s going for volume in this draft. They had the most rookies on their team this year, and it wasn’t even close.

The more I analyze this draft taking shape, the more I see like, maybe, 7 or 8 top dudes, and then it’s like a super long second to third round who gives a shit after that. After like 9 until a while, like Marvin Mims is in the ‘70’s! So, I think the goal is adding more quality over quantity. Getting the most picks in the top 3 rounds is key, especially the DL/OL in the 2nd and WRs in the 3rd. The first is about top talent at position, so, in the teens, grab Paris, why not? I don’t like a 1st round price tag on him, preferring a couple of DBs over him, but, if we pick up a few first rounders on a tradeback with Washington, for example, grab him, why not? Carter and Bijan’ll be gone, so just grab value.

The real drop off is late in the 3rd around the 4th. I am toying with the idea of a draft like the Jets did last year where they used up all their resources to stay in the first two rounds, but more like the first 4. But, anyway, like some here have said, it’s early. Way too early, so have fun with it.

 

[Hutch1975]

Another thing, I’m happy to see you adding commentary on your picks. I’d like to see you evolve more in that direction. I prefer to add a hyperlink to more information and sometimes even a video as well as a picture of each prospect. Yes, it takes more time, but also forces you to make each draft count.

I think we have different philosophies about where Poles is going this year. I don’t think he’s going for volume in this draft. They had the most rookies on their team this year, and it wasn’t even close.

The more I analyze this draft taking shape, the more I see like, maybe, 7 or 8 top dudes, and then it’s like a super long second to third round who gives a shit after that. After like 9 until a while, like Marvin Mims is in the ‘70’s! So, I think the goal is adding more quality over quantity. Getting the most picks in the top 3 rounds is key, especially the DL/OL in the 2nd and WRs in the 3rd. The first is about top talent at position, so, in the teens, grab Paris, why not? I don’t like a 1st round price tag on him, preferring a couple of DBs over him, but, if we pick up a few first rounders on a tradeback with Washington, for example, grab him, why not? Carter and Bijan’ll be gone, so just grab value.

The real drop off is late in the 3rd around the 4th. I am toying with the idea of a draft like the Jets did last year where they used up all their resources to stay in the first two rounds, but more like the first 4. But, anyway, like some here have said, it’s early. Way too early, so have fun with it.

Bresse/Foskey/Tuipolotu is my fallback option if the Bears don't get Carter. Even if the Bears were to get Carter, I'd probably be trying to get Tuipolotu as well, just on the basis that two good DTs beat one. Bresee may be more run-stuffer than 3T, but tthe D-Line is crying out for attention there, too.

Bears could get #1 overall and have a choice between Murphy/Carter (Anderson would be great if the Bears had a 3-4, but I consider him undersized for DE in any 4-3, unless you want to try him at WILL), but even at #2, I can see the Bears being in an enviable position, the way I see the top of the draft going, Houston, Seattle, Indianapolis, Atlanta, and Detroit all want QBs. We're not necessarily looking for a QB. The Bears also need a LOT of help at D-Line, O-Line needs a new RT and LG, plus the Bears need a WR to join Claypool/Mooney. Plus, if the Bears play a lot of nickel, it might be a good idea to get a SS to handle nickel on 1st/2nd downs where runs are more likely, while swapping out a CB.

So, I see a need for quantity for at least this year.

 

[dentfan]

Bresse/Foskey/Tuipolotu is my fallback option if the Bears don't get Carter.

Nah, there’s no reason to do that when you have a draft with such a large number of good DL. Either get Carter or wait. There are dudes.

Even if the Bears were to get Carter, I'd probably be trying to get Tuipolotu as well, just on the basis that two good DTs beat one.

I agree, but I’d wait until the 2nd for the second or double dip there if we can’t grab one in the first.

Bresee may be more run-stuffer than 3T, but tthe D-Line is crying out for attention there, too.

Bears could get #1 overall and have a choice between Murphy/Carter (Anderson would be great if the Bears had a 3-4, but I consider him undersized for DE in any 4-3, unless you want to try him at WILL), but even at #2,

I completely agree about Anderson.

I can see the Bears being in an enviable position, the way I see the top of the draft going, Houston, Seattle, Indianapolis, Atlanta, and Detroit all want QBs. We're not necessarily looking for a QB. The Bears also need a LOT of help at D-Line, O-Line needs a new RT and LG,

Yeah, but they both don’t need to be drafted. Maybe one rookie on the line at RT. Sign a C.

plus the Bears need a WR to join Claypool/Mooney.

The Bears need a slot WR AND a Move TE. Claypool is an X that has some potential at being moved around. I’d like to see this, but, due to whatever the ****’s between his ears, I’ll take run and turn left and catch as an X. Money’s a Y with some ability to move around. We need a sticky handed slot. We don’t have that. We also need a UTE for the same reason.

Plus, if the Bears play a lot of nickel, it might be a good idea to get a SS to handle nickel on 1st/2nd downs where runs are more likely, while swapping out a CB.

Our secondary is fucking nice. We just had 3 rookies hold Buffalo’s WRs to under 50 yards! Nah, we are good. I mean, if we get a chance at Brian Branch, sure, as long as other more valuable dudes aren’t around. This is a crazy good draft class for DBs, but it is also, apart from QB, our strongest positional group.

So, I see a need for quantity for at least this year.

Yeah, I think it’s because you want to fill in the holes with the draft. We have the culture now, so they’re not going to cleanse it with a huge haul. I can see them going more quality, with the goal being 4-5 picks in the top 50, over a sheer volume. Plus, Poles can flip later round picks like he did last year.

 

[pdxbearsfan]

Everclear is not meant for Eggnog.

Too optimistic, can't happen but a # of good players. Jones the OT from Ohio State doesn't' fit the Bears OL philosophy.

 

[Hutch1975]

Nah, there’s no reason to do that when you have a draft with such a large number of good DL. Either get Carter or wait. There are dudes.

I see the top options being Carter and Murphy. Anderson, Tyree Wilson, and Bresee are the next tier.

I agree, but I’d wait until the 2nd for the second or double dip there if we can’t grab one in the first.

Not a problem there. Tuipolotu usually ends up around 60ish.

I completely agree about Anderson.

Don't get me wrong, I don't mind trying him at WILL, plus doing the Roosevelt Colvin thing as a situational rusher and having him blitz, but he's not the ideal guy for the Bears, and I am surprised so many mocks have him going to the Bears instead of seeing them trade down.

Yeah, but they both don’t need to be drafted. Maybe one rookie on the line at RT. Sign a C.

My impression was Poles wanted to build through the draft. To be honest, I wouldn't mind a couple of good free-agent signings, but at the same time, doing the contracts wrong could tie the Bears hands down the road.

The Bears need a slot WR AND a Move TE. Claypool is an X that has some potential at being moved around. I’d like to see this, but, due to whatever the ****’s between his ears, I’ll take run and turn left and catch as an X. Money’s a Y with some ability to move around. We need a sticky handed slot. We don’t have that. We also need a UTE for the same reason.

One thing I'd like to find - and maybe dig deeper in the draft to find - would be a fullback who doesn't just lead-block, but who also could be a weapon, like Mike Alstott, Brad Muster, Roland Harper, Raymont Harris, or Merril Hoge in their prime.

Our secondary is fucking nice. We just had 3 rookies hold Buffalo’s WRs to under 50 yards! Nah, we are good. I mean, if we get a chance at Brian Branch, sure, as long as other more valuable dudes aren’t around. This is a crazy good draft class for DBs, but it is also, apart from QB, our strongest positional group.

I like the depth. Heck, even Kindle Vildor has looked solid. That said... Eddie Jackson's foot is a concern, and do we want to commit to a low-INT CB in Jaylon Johnson, even though he shuts people down? A little depth/competition doesn't hurt.

Yeah, I think it’s because you want to fill in the holes with the draft. We have the culture now, so they’re not going to cleanse it with a huge haul. I can see them going more quality, with the goal being 4-5 picks in the top 50, over a sheer volume. Plus, Poles can flip later round picks like he did last year.

To be honest, until I see who is extended/cut, I'm not 100% sure on free agency. The draft seems like a more certain avenue to build the team. Plus, there are some guys (Mooney, Montgomery, Kmet, Johnson, etc.) who the Bears may have to make some decisions on extending.

With the quantity of quality players in the draft, my gut is to trade down - multiple times, if possible, and get help.