Official NFL Draft Thread - Bear Fans Only - and No Montucky!

[ndgt10]

Hard to imagine why a team would trade up to 10 to leapfrog the 49ers or Cowboys.
I think the Bears will stick and pick but it could go several ways.
top 10 odds as of April 10th.

1. Tennessee Titans: QB Cameron Ward, Miami (Fl.)​

As with Caleb Williams last year, it now appears all but certain that Cam Ward will be selected No. 1 overall. With odds on some sportsbooks as high as -20000, we can safely pencil Ward in as the draft’s top pick. While the Titans were reportedly engaged in trade talks earlier in the cycle, recent reports suggest they’re likely to move forward with Ward as their new franchise quarterback.

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2. Cleveland Browns: WR/CB Travis Hunter, Colorado​

Following Travis Hunter’s pro day last week, betting markets shifted — with sportsbooks now favoring him over Abdul Carter as the likely No. 2 overall pick. As of now, FanDuel lists Hunter at -280 to go second overall. Questions remain about whether Hunter will focus on playing wide receiver or cornerback or continue as a two-way player in the NFL, but with Cleveland holding the pick and needing help at both positions, the market movement makes sense.

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3. New York Giants EDGE Abdul Carter, Penn State​

If Cam Ward and Travis Hunter come off the board as expected, Abdul Carter becomes the clear favorite to go No. 3 overall. Sportsbooks currently give Carter better than a 60% chance to land with the Giants, who may opt for the best player available rather than force a pick at quarterback with Jameis Winston and Russell Wilson still on the roster. Even without an urgent need off the edge, Carter’s elite profile makes him tough to pass up.

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4. New England Patriots: T Will Campbell, LSU​

The market currently projects Will Campbell as the favorite to land with the Patriots at No. 4 overall, with odds hovering around -125 — implying better than a 50% chance. Adding a high-end tackle like Campbell would give New England a much-needed anchor on the offensive line to help protect franchise quarterback Drake Maye.

5. Jacksonville Jaguars: DI Mason Graham, Michigan​

The market currently projects Mason Graham to be the most likely pick for Jacksonville at No. 5 overall, with odds close to -125. Given that the Jaguars’ top two interior defensive linemen ranked 78th and 105th out of 118 qualifiers in PFF grade last season, Graham — the top interior defender on the PFF big board — would fill a major need.

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6. Las Vegas Raiders: RB Ashton Jeanty, Boise State​

Jeanty is currently a -135 favorite at FanDuel to be selected by the Raiders, a team that struggled to generate consistent production from its backfield in 2024. Known for targeting athletic, explosive prospects, Las Vegas could see Jeanty — one of the most dynamic runners in the class — as a classic Raiders-style pick.

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7. New York Jets: T Armand Membou, Missouri​

Armand Membou sits just outside the projected top five, with markets listing him around +115 to be selected within the first five picks. If the board falls as expected, No. 7 to the Jets appears to be his most logical destination. With New York favored at -130 to take an offensive lineman first — and Will Campbell likely off the board — the market is pointing toward Membou as the second tackle taken.

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8. Carolina Panthers: Edge Jalon Walker, Georgia ​

Walker is -350 to be selected before pick No. 9, and the Panthers — who need defensive reinforcements — appear to be the logical landing spot. Especially if Mason Graham is already off the board, the betting market is pointing to Walker at No. 8, with his draft position over/under set at 8.5.

9. New Orleans Saints: QB Shedeur Sanders, Colorado​

We’re entering “far less certain” territory, as the betting markets grow increasingly unsure of how the back half of the top 10 will unfold. Still, in the “first position drafted” market, sportsbooks suggest the Saints are leaning quarterback — with Shedeur Sanders the most likely pick at +270.

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10. Chicago Bears: TE Tyler Warren, Penn State​

The Bears were among the heaviest spenders in free agency, so a trade down from this spot wouldn’t be surprising. But if they stay put — or if another team moves into this range — Tyler Warren is the name to watch, with odds of -210 to be selected in the top 10.


Are the highlighted the most likely for the Bears?
these are from the 11th

Ashton Jeanty	O 9.5 (+200) / U 9.5 (-250)
Cameron Ward	O 1.5 (+1300) / U 1.5 (-10000)
Colston Loveland	O 19.5 (+175) / U 19.5 (-225)
Emeka Egbuka	O 29.5 (+110) / U 29.5 (-140)
Jahdae Barron	O 17.5 (-200) / U 17.5 (+160)
Jaxson Dart	O 24.5 (+150) / U 24.5 (-200)
Jihaad Campbell	O 18.5 (-160) / U 18.5 (+130)
Kelvin Banks Jr	O 13.5 (+155) / U 13.5 (-195)
Malaki Starks	O 23.5 (-115) / U 23.5 (-115)
Mason Graham	O 5.5 (+125) / U 5.5 (-155)
Matthew Golden	O 17.5 (-115) / U 17.5 (-115)
Mike Green	O 17.5 (+110) / U 17.5 (-140)
Mykel Williams	O 15.5 (-130) / U 15.5 (+100)
Omarion Hampton	O 19.5 (-180) / U 19.5 (+145)
Shedeur Sanders	O 8.5 (-250) / U 8.5 (+200)
Tyler Warren	O 9.5 (-160) / U 9.5 (+130)

That's the worst scenario if the top 9 falls that way.

 

[msadows]

Gen…gen…generational??!!

I still think jeanty is the best back in this class but the debate of him vs. hampton would be much closer if jeanty played in the SEC/Big10/ACC.

A lot of what makes jeanty special are the tackles he's breaking against guys who are 2 star recruits. He's certainly going to have contact balance and break tackles in the NFL but its not going to be like playing in the MWC.

 

[Luke]

If Travis Hunter was only a CB and not viewed as this CB/WR hybrid, would you draft him over Will Johnson?

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I think the Browns plan on mainly playing him at WR seeing many OBJ comps.

 

[msadows]

That's the worst scenario if the top 9 falls that way.

Still think shadeur goes #3 to the giants.

Also have a feeling the jets take warren too. Just too much smoke there. My guess is the patriots take membou, leaving will campbell for the bears.

After some reflection, I'd be okay with that pick even if it means he sits for half a season. If we extend thuney and braxton the entire OL would be making crazy money.

 

[playthrough2001]

I think the Browns plan on mainly playing him at WR seeing many OBJ comps.

That’s not the question my friend!

 

[msadows]

If Travis Hunter was only a CB and not viewed as this CB/WR hybrid, would you draft him over Will Johnson?

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Dont get the love for travis hunter. I watched plenty of colorado games because I wanted to see shadeur.

He's good but what makes him special is he plays 140 snaps a game on both ends at a very high level. If he's playing one side in the NFL what makes him special is basically removed from the equation.

He's not the best WR or the best CB in the draft. Only way he makes sense to me at #3 is if he's playing full time corner and then rotating in at WR every so often.

But then you risk him being completely drained and get ran all over on the defensive side.

 

[--CyBear--]

This gives me hope that if those 3 shitty mock draft outlets predict this that maybe the Bears won’t screw this up.

So a consensus!

 

[playthrough2001]

Yes

He is that good in coverage and I prefer his length over Johnson’s. But Johnson is still damn good

Their length is almost identical. Johnson is 2 inches taller but Hunter’s reach is a little over an inch longer.

I agree, they’re both great CBs. I think the biggest edge Hunter might have physically is his incredible stamina. I can’t imagine him not having a full tank in the 4th Q if he only played on one side of the ball.

Regarding CB skill, I think it’s damn near a dead heat.

Johnson is a stud.

 

[playthrough2001]

Dont get the love for travis hunter. I watched plenty of colorado games because I wanted to see shadeur.

He's good but what makes him special is he plays 140 snaps a game on both ends at a very high level. If he's playing one side in the NFL what makes him special is basically removed from the equation.

He's not the best WR or the best CB in the draft. Only way he makes sense to me at #3 is if he's playing full time corner and then rotating in at WR every so often.

But then you risk him being completely drained and get ran all over on the defensive side.

People love unicorns!

 

[BaBaBlacksheep]

If Travis Hunter was only a CB and not viewed as this CB/WR hybrid, would you draft him over Will Johnson?

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Yes. I think. But I really haven’t given CB a thought or watched much this year

 

[DefNextYear]

Gen…gen…generational??!!

I don’t have a major dog in the fight other than I refuse to believe the Raiders will take a RB at 6, for many reasons.

 

[TL1961]

Dont get the love for travis hunter. I watched plenty of colorado games because I wanted to see shadeur.

He's good but what makes him special is he plays 140 snaps a game on both ends at a very high level. If he's playing one side in the NFL what makes him special is basically removed from the equation.

He's not the best WR or the best CB in the draft. Only way he makes sense to me at #3 is if he's playing full time corner and then rotating in at WR every so often.

But then you risk him being completely drained and get ran all over on the defensive side.

I think that is what most expect to happen.

He has terrific ball skills as a cornerback, and can then also play some on offense where he can utilize those skills as well.

I think many would argue that he is the number one cornerback and certainly is among the top two and the offensive abilities are enough to outweigh the difference between number one and number two cornerback

 

[playthrough2001]

Yes. I think. But I really haven’t given CB a thought or watched much this year

There are no wrong answers. I’m just looking for opinions. Thanks for jumping in.

 

[BaBaBlacksheep]

So I watched some of Matthew Golden last night. I am team trenches, but if I was forced to pick between him or one of the TE’s, I think I would pick him. BJ would have a field day with that guy.

 

[DefNextYear]

Daigle: 2025 NFL Mock Draft 1.0 | Establish The Run

establishtherun.com

This guy has Banks at 7. I think that’s the highest I’ve seen him. That would definitely start to shake up the board.

 

[playthrough2001]

So I watched some of Matthew Golden last night. I am team trenches, but if I was forced to pick between him or one of the TE’s, I think I would pick him. BJ would have a field day with that guy.

Does he line up in the slot? Is he a better fit than Burden or Egbuka, considering the Bears have Rome and DJ?

 

[bearsfan1977]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1911400727907602461

Trading out of that pick would be much better for their long-term success, imo. I don't think any of the QBs in this draft will become franchise QBs.

Trade out, acquire picks, and just stack the roster with great football players. Focus on QB next year.

 

[playthrough2001]

Daigle: 2025 NFL Mock Draft 1.0 | Establish The Run

establishtherun.com

This guy has Banks at 7. I think that’s the highest I’ve seen him. That would definitely start to shake up the board.

Ryan Fowler of The Draft Network put out a new mock yesterday and selected Banks Jr. for Chicago.


“10. Chicago Bears
Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas

By adding Kelvin Banks Jr., Chicago continues their rebuild up front by adding a dynamic mover at the position with starter potential at both tackle and guard. Either way, Banks projects as a long-term starter at the NFL level with the positional versatility that teams covet. Corner was a thought here, also.”

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The fact Biggs recently mocked Banks to the Bears is interesting too. Matt Bowen endorsed him as well.

 

[playthrough2001]

Trading out of that pick would be much better for their long-term success, imo. I don't think any of the QBs in this draft will become franchise QBs.

Trade out, acquire picks, and just stack the roster with great football players. Focus on QB next year.

I read the Browns and Giants have both shown interest in trading with them.

 

[bearsfan1977]

I read the Browns and Giants have both shown interest in trading with them.

No-brainer. If I was the Titans GM I’d take the best trade offer available.