Official NFL Draft Thread - Bear Fans Only

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Pro Football Network has a new 7 rounder.

"10) Chicago Bears​

Will Campbell, OT, LSU​

The Chicago Bears revamped the interior of their offensive line in the offseason, but they did not make any upgrades at tackle. That could be viewed as a vote of confidence in Braxton Jones and Darnell Wright from Ben Johnson or an indictment of the offensive tackle talent available in free agency.

The Bears can address the offensive tackle position in the 2025 NFL Draft with Will Campbell, who projects as a potential starting left tackle from Day 1. Campbell would enter training camp as immediate competition for both Jones and Wright. At worst, he will be a high-level backup in 2025 and a succession plan for Jones when he moves on as a free agent next year.

39) Chicago Bears​

Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina​

There’s been plenty of talk about Ben Johnson reshaping the Bears’ running back room. Johnson leaned on a two-back system in Detroit, and Omarion Hampton could fill a similar role in Chicago. Hampton is a three-down back with upside as both a runner and receiver. He could sneak into the first round if a team falls in love with his skill set, but if not, he’s a strong pick early on Day 2.

41) Chicago Bears​

Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame​

There’s debate over how high safety ranks on the Bears’ priority list, but with Kevin Byard aging and Jaquan Brisker dealing with injuries, adding depth makes sense. Watts has versatility — he can contribute as a slot corner while waiting for a starting safety role to open up.

72) Chicago Bears​

Kyle Kennard, EDGE, South Carolina​

The Bears’ depth chart at EDGE looks top-heavy with Dayo Odeyingbo and Montez Sweat. Behind them, there is certainly room for improvement, both in terms of a rotational role player and a high-level backup to cover either role in case of injury.

Kyle Kennard can disrupt passing games with his skills as a pass rusher. He is more of a speed rusher than a power rusher, and that presents issues against more nimble offensive linemen who can match his movements and shut him down. It also presents an issue against the run, but that is an area he can look to develop once he gets to the NFL and starts working with strength and conditioning coaches.

148) Chicago Bears
Jeffrey Bassa, LB, Oregon

233) Chicago Bears
Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, OT, Florida

240) Chicago Bears
Max Brosmer, QB, Minnesota"

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Feel like PFN is seriously huffing their own farts if they honestly expect Hampton to fall to 39. Id love it for the Bears though.

 

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Here’s Waddle on some top draft prospects.

 

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Pro Football Network has a new 7 rounder.

"10) Chicago Bears​

Will Campbell, OT, LSU​

The Chicago Bears revamped the interior of their offensive line in the offseason, but they did not make any upgrades at tackle. That could be viewed as a vote of confidence in Braxton Jones and Darnell Wright from Ben Johnson or an indictment of the offensive tackle talent available in free agency.

The Bears can address the offensive tackle position in the 2025 NFL Draft with Will Campbell, who projects as a potential starting left tackle from Day 1. Campbell would enter training camp as immediate competition for both Jones and Wright. At worst, he will be a high-level backup in 2025 and a succession plan for Jones when he moves on as a free agent next year.

39) Chicago Bears​

Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina​

There’s been plenty of talk about Ben Johnson reshaping the Bears’ running back room. Johnson leaned on a two-back system in Detroit, and Omarion Hampton could fill a similar role in Chicago. Hampton is a three-down back with upside as both a runner and receiver. He could sneak into the first round if a team falls in love with his skill set, but if not, he’s a strong pick early on Day 2.

41) Chicago Bears​

Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame​

There’s debate over how high safety ranks on the Bears’ priority list, but with Kevin Byard aging and Jaquan Brisker dealing with injuries, adding depth makes sense. Watts has versatility — he can contribute as a slot corner while waiting for a starting safety role to open up.

72) Chicago Bears​

Kyle Kennard, EDGE, South Carolina​

The Bears’ depth chart at EDGE looks top-heavy with Dayo Odeyingbo and Montez Sweat. Behind them, there is certainly room for improvement, both in terms of a rotational role player and a high-level backup to cover either role in case of injury.

Kyle Kennard can disrupt passing games with his skills as a pass rusher. He is more of a speed rusher than a power rusher, and that presents issues against more nimble offensive linemen who can match his movements and shut him down. It also presents an issue against the run, but that is an area he can look to develop once he gets to the NFL and starts working with strength and conditioning coaches.

148) Chicago Bears
Jeffrey Bassa, LB, Oregon

233) Chicago Bears
Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, OT, Florida

240) Chicago Bears
Max Brosmer, QB, Minnesota"

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This would be a sick draft. They’d have to trade up into back end of the 1st to get Hampton though…

 

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That’s true, but the Bears genuinely do need to replace guys on the OL/DL. I don’t think Billings has a lot of time and I don’t think we can rely on Dayo. Those are easy targets for competition. On the OL, Braxton is going to be another. I think all of these guys are relatively average in the eyes of the league. Average guys deserve competition. On the flip side of it, DJ is one of the highest paid WRs, and Kmet is one of the highest paid TEs (both top 10 in total value of contract, both higher end draft choices). Rome was a top 10 pick a year ago. Those guys all have reason for people to believe are core pieces to this team for the next years. Their money and draft collateral say so. That’s not to say they’re invincible though. If Ben doesn’t want one or likes someone else more, then they may go ahead and make a move to replace them. My guess is they’re all good enough for Ben to keep for at least a year and make his own judgment before even thinking about bringing in high end competition for them.

I don’t see this as moneyball either. The Bears have invested heavily financially at WR/TE. As I mentioned above, those are also premium pick values. For example, I’m guessing Poles could’ve had Carolina’s first this year instead of DJ, but Poles chose to get DJ instead. These are guys the franchise value very highly. The Bears have moneyballed every other position besides these and DB.

And as much as I like the linemen they brought in, Thuney isn’t young and Jackson has a recent history of being hurt a lot. Those are more or less similar to just signing Amari Cooper right now if they want another target. They can’t rely on them to give much more than a 2 year bridge.

$16M AAV says Dayo is an investment that deserves a year before even thinking about replacing him. Add him to Sweat who is still young & Booker who they traded up for and there is no way to say they haven't put enough into the DE position.

I'm 100% on team Replace Braxton, but not with a guard (Campbell) and possibly not with a LT that is as slow footed as a guard (Banks). That means Membou would be the round 1 target, and everyone knows he might not be there.

The Bears have 3 pro bowl caliber IOL, and a broken scapula on a freak accident doesn't make Jackson injury prone. Funny how Thuney goes from being an All-Pro with plenty of tread on the tire, to suddenly old and on his last legs as soon as he gets to the Bears.

That leaves DT as the only fair option on the DL, I'd be good with Grant at #10 but again the strength of this draft is at DT and they can just as easily grab one at 39 or 41, so there is no trench mandate for #10 in this draft.

 

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Biggs says he doesn’t think you can play Membou at LT.

I think Biggs might be @Xplosive. He loves Tyler Warren.

I think I've come to the realization that we probably won't be able to find that LT this year, which is fine I guess. An early look at next year appears to have substantially better guys. I'd almost like to find a way to turn a pick from this draft into a pick from next years to give us ammo to move up if we want to.

 

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So we are just listing anybody as weapons then, huh?

I'd think players that are the top performers on their offense are the playmakers on the team. Is Odunze, Swift, and Kmet "weapons"? Not really. But they are the offensive playmakers that the Bears have.

 

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Yeah this isn't even worth debating with you because you've hit the denial stage to where you start twisting anything you can to convince yourself you're right on this.

If you mean denial that the Bears playmakers match up in comparison to the top 10 offenses in the NFL,

Take a glance in the mirror.

 

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If you mean denial that the Bears playmakers match up in comparison to the top 10 offenses in the NFL,

Take a glance in the mirror.

But again, you changed the argument because you added QB’s to this conversation. Buffalo has Allen & Cook and a bunch of scrubs(some with promise) but because they have Allen, their offense will undoubtedly be better until Caleb(if) develops. I’m not sure what argument you are making. You realize elite QB’s elevate the players around them right?

 

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I’m not talking about the QB’s.

if only it was as easy as you say it is! Did you know that just because you draft a player it doesn’t mean that player will turn out to be a playmaker in their first year let alone in their career.

Is your point regarding QB’s now or the other skill positions? I thought you were discussing “5 to 7” playmakers for a QB to target? I don’t even know what you are arguing for now. I’m really confused as to what your point is. Is your point that Caleb isn’t as good as Herbert, Mahomes, Dak in his 1st year? I’m pretty sure everyone knows that.

Also Dobbins is currently not on an NFL roster as well as Edwards

Ok, glad to hear that you were mistaken. In what world do the QBs have 5-7 receiving targets that are all playmakers?

How are you eliminating the QB from any discussion about the best offensive players on the team??

Most teams have a 5-7 offensive playmakers...

QB1, RB1, WR1, WR2 & TE.... thats FIVE

Some teams have really Good WR3/TE2 or a second RB that also is a playmaker on the offens.... pick any TWO

Perhaps this is simplified.

With that said, compare the Bears top 5-7 offensive playmakers to the top NFL offenses (not the arguable ones like the Cowgirls) and then let's see if the Bears are all set on offense as people are saying.

 

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But again, you changed the argument because you added QB’s to this conversation. Buffalo has Allen & Cook and a bunch of scrubs(some with promise) but because they have Allen, their offense will undoubtedly be better until Caleb(if) develops. I’m not sure what argument you are making. You realize elite QB’s elevate the players around them right?

Added when? Show me where I said anything about QBs are not playmakers on the team?

It's not complicated at all... Do the Bears have enough on offense to compete with or compare to, the best NFL offenses??

Dj Moore is the best playmaker on the team, until Odunze and Caleb get dramatically better, you can call everyone outside of DJ a scrub by your standards.

 

[bamainatlanta]

Ok, glad to hear that you were mistaken. In what world do the QBs have 5-7 receiving targets that are all playmakers?

How are you eliminating the QB from any discussion about the best offensive players on the team??

Most teams have a 5-7 offensive playmakers...

QB1, RB1, WR1, WR2 & TE.... thats FIVE

Some teams have really Good WR3/TE2 or a second RB that also is a playmaker on the offens.... pick any TWO

Perhaps this is simplified.

With that said, compare the Bears top 5-7 offensive playmakers of the top NFL offenses (not the arguable ones like the Cowgirls) and then let's see if the Bears are all set on offense as people are saying.

So the Bears have:

QB 1: check (I don’t know if he’s the guy but they aren’t replacing him)
WR 1: check
WR 2: check
TE 1: check
RB 1: lol no

So I’m confused as to why the Bears would take a TE. Warren isn’t changing the offense, he’s not like LaPorta with route running. He was a 5th year TE that struggles blocking and didn’t dominate until the last year. He’s a fine player but Fannin or Arroyo would be better later additions than using a high first on him.

 

[bamainatlanta]

Added when? Show me where I said anything about QBs are not playmakers on the team?

It's not complicated at all... Do the Bears have enough on offense to compete with or compare to, the best NFL offenses??

Dj Moore is the best playmaker on the team, until Odunze and Caleb get dramatically better, you can call everyone outside of DJ a scrub by your standards.

lol are the Bears drafting a QB? lol no
Are the Bears replacing Odunze? lol no.

 

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But again, you changed the argument because you added QB’s to this conversation. Buffalo has Allen & Cook and a bunch of scrubs(some with promise) but because they have Allen, their offense will undoubtedly be better until Caleb(if) develops. I’m not sure what argument you are making. You realize elite QB’s elevate the players around them right?

Buffalo's only weapons are cook and Shakir. Adding Samuel and Knox is laughable. Samuel's 250 yards last year is dangerous! Also, Kincaid has been a huge disappointment.

Ravens have always lacked weapons. They are successful because of a good OL and Lamar being dynamic and Henry was a huge addition last year.

Noah brown lol.

 

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So the Bears have:

QB 1: check (I don’t know if he’s the guy but they aren’t replacing him)
WR 1: check
WR 2: check
TE 1: check
RB 1: lol no

So I’m confused as to why the Bears would take a TE. Warren isn’t changing the offense, he’s not like LaPorta with route running. He was a 5th year TE that struggles blocking and didn’t dominate until the last year. He’s a fine player but Fannin or Arroyo would be better later additions than using a high first on him.

So they don't have a RB1 in your opinion but he is about the same level of player as the TE1 you are claiming is a "check"

I am NOT saying the Bears MUST draft Warren at #10. What I AM saying is that the offensive playmakers are not good enough to cancel out drafting another playmaker at #10.

TE is an option, as is RB... WR is more of a stretch considering the O.Z. signing and Duvernay.

 

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So they don't have a RB1 in your opinion but he is about the same level of player as the TE1 you are claiming is a "check"

I am NOT saying the Bears MUST draft Warren at #10. What I AM saying is that the offensive playmakers are not good enough to cancel out drafting another playmaker at #10.

TE is an option, as is RB... WR is more of a stretch considering the O.Z. signing and Duvernay.

Wr was a stretch because it was a bottom of the barrel need in a bad class, but adding zacheus and duvernay shouldn't change anyone's opinion of whether it is a need or not.

 

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So the Bears have:

QB 1: check (I don’t know if he’s the guy but they aren’t replacing him)
WR 1: check
WR 2: check
TE 1: check
RB 1: lol no

So I’m confused as to why the Bears would take a TE. Warren isn’t changing the offense, he’s not like LaPorta with route running. He was a 5th year TE that struggles blocking and didn’t dominate until the last year. He’s a fine player but Fannin or Arroyo would be better later additions than using a high first on him.

So the don't have a RB1 in your opinion but he is about the same level of player as the TE1 you are claiming is a "check"

I am NOT saying the Bears MUST draft Warren at #10. What I AM saying is that the offensive playmakers are not good enough to cancel out drafting another playmaker at #10.

TE is an option, as is RB... WR is more of a stretch considering the O.Z. signing and Duvernay

Edit.... As to why they would take Warren its simple, he is more than just a traditional TE.

 

[bamainatlanta]

So the don't have a RB1 in your opinion but he is about the same level of player as the TE1 you are claiming is a "check"

I am NOT saying the Bears MUST draft Warren at #10. What I AM saying is that the offensive playmakers are not good enough to cancel out drafting another playmaker at #10.

TE is an option, as is RB... WR is more of a stretch considering the O.Z. signing and Duvernay.

Yes I agree that WR is not a real option. I’d understand more about RB in the late 1st. Warren is not like LaPorta. Fannin & Arroyo are more like LaPorta. I doubt Poles & Johnson go for another Kmet like TE in Warren, who probably will be somewhat better, but go for more of a route runner at TE.

 

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Wr was a stretch because it was a bottom of the barrel need in a bad class, but adding zacheus and duvernay shouldn't change anyone's opinion of whether it is a need or not.

That's your opinion, which is fine. Drafting a WR3 would have made sense because there was no one else on the team that has had any success up until they brought in OZ and Duvernay.

It would have been the equivalent of not having any DE depth beyond Sweat/Dayo... The difference is Booker is depth just like OZ, Scott and Duvernay are depth.

Weak draft or not, there are WRs absolutely worth the #10 that would have made sense on the Bears if they hadn't just invested more in free agency.

Tet Mac, Golden, & Ebuka are all good prospects that would look good on the Bears. Burden is borderline round 1 but he is such a hothead I now have my reservations.

 

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Warren is such a versatile TE. He is going to be a star IMO. I don't see the Bears taking him that high though.

 

[DefNextYear]

$16M AAV says Dayo is an investment that deserves a year before even thinking about replacing him. Add him to Sweat who is still young & Booker who they traded up for and there is no way to say they haven't put enough into the DE position.

I'm 100% on team Replace Braxton, but not with a guard (Campbell) and possibly not with a LT that is as slow footed as a guard (Banks). That means Membou would be the round 1 target, and everyone knows he might not be there.

The Bears have 3 pro bowl caliber IOL, and a broken scapula on a freak accident doesn't make Jackson injury prone. Funny how Thuney goes from being an All-Pro with plenty of tread on the tire, to suddenly old and on his last legs as soon as he gets to the Bears.

That leaves DT as the only fair option on the DL, I'd be good with Grant at #10 but again the strength of this draft is at DT and they can just as easily grab one at 39 or 41, so there is no trench mandate for #10 in this draft.

Dayo is probably not even considered a top 20 edge. His pay is about 20th, and that's pay from free agency, which is slightly inflated. He's essentially an average starter and was more-so signed out of need than anything else. Not even our own fan base is really excited by him. We all realize what he is. His signing was graded accordingly, average to poor by a lot of pundits. He's proven nothing in the NFL in his 4 years to warrant not having competition for his job.

Jackson has played less games/snaps in the past 3 years than Teven, who we all were tired of for missing time. It's not just one injury. I'm one of the people who didn't come here to say the Jackson trade sucked. I like Jackson and hope he does well. I think he's great if he's healthy. But, I'm not going to pretend there's not risk with his injuries in the last 3 years. I hope he's healthy and stays healthy for a long time. The odds are probably not in his favor. Again, the point is we need to start lining up the next to guy to take over. I don't need a guard in the first though, so I don't really care to debate him. Should the Lions be interested in bringing back Jonah Jackson given his injury history?

I think Thuney is fine, but contending teams don't trade their team MVPs for no reason. They could have easily made the money work to keep him. Again, we have to be realistic. He will turn 33 this season. It's obvious that he's unlikely to have a lot of years left. Tyronn Smith is a 5 time allpro LT, former top 10 pick, and he's a free agent now cause he's 34. Zach Martin was a superstar guard, 9 time all pro, and just retired at 34. C'mon... I don't know why we have to even discuss this. The writing is on the wall here. I think Thuney is great and I'm happy he's here. He's an upgrade and I think he provides so much leadership value for this team, but the Bears would be making a big mistake if they aren't thinking about grooming his replacement already. I'm not saying he sucks. I'm saying we all know where he is in his career.

For the logic of DT, a strength of this draft is also TE, so you can probably grab one later as well. Historically, it's much easier to find a top end TE in round 3 than a top end DT in round 3. All pro and Pro Bowls are dominated by DTs selected on Day 1. The only real exception is Jones, who was selected at the top of the 2nd only cause he had behavioral concerns. That cannot be said about TE. In the past 5 years, there has been only one all pro TE from the 1st. There have been 4 3rd rounders, 1 2nd, and 3 5ths. For DT, Chris Jones has made all 5 and there's one 3rd round pick. The other 14 all pro DTs are all 1st round picks.