A busy offseason filled with some big trades has created a scenario wherein eight groups — 1 / 4 of the NFL — are with out first-round draft picks.
The Chicago Bears are included in that group on account of their commerce as much as choose quarterback Justin Fields a yr in the past.
Six groups are stocked with two first-rounders, and the Philadelphia Eagles personal three picks in Spherical 1. Here's a mock draft by means of each of the Bears’ second-round picks.
Spherical 1
1. Jacksonville Jaguars — Aidan Hutchinson, edge, Michigan
Extra shocking than the Jaguars’ buying spree in free company might need been the choice to franchise tag LT Cam Robinson. It’s draft for linemen, however the Jaguars can add a serious defensive piece.
2. Detroit Lions — Travon Walker, DE, Georgia
The Lions made some small steps in coach Dan Campbell’s first season. The protection remains to be missing a game-changer within the entrance seven.
3. Houston Texans — Evan Neal, OL, Alabama
A move rusher could be tempting for Lovie Smith, however the Texans have wants throughout the board, and the prospect to draft the primary offensive lineman can be tempting.
4. New York Jets — Kayvon Thibodeaux, edge, Oregon
GM Joe Douglas made a play for Tyreek Hill on the commerce market, however the Jets have a bounty of picks and wish to have the ability to get after opposing quarterbacks.
5. New York Giants — Ikem Ekwonu, OT, North Carolina State
The earlier regime tried rebuilding the offensive line, however it stays a piece in course of.
6. Carolina Panthers — Sauce Gardner, CB, Cincinnati
The Panthers made an unsuccessful bid for Deshaun Watson and want to substitute Sam Darnold, however there most likely isn’t a quarterback on this class who’s able to plug and play.
7. New York Giants — Kyle Hamilton, S, Notre Dame
A move rusher may make a whole lot of sense right here however Hamilton can be a Swiss Military knife within the secondary and is just too good to move up.
8. Atlanta Falcons — Garrett Wilson, WR, Ohio State
Calvin Ridley is suspended for the season and Russell Gage departed by way of free company. New quarterback Marcus Mariota wants somebody to throw to aside from TE Kyle Pitts.
9. Seattle Seahawks — Jermaine Johnson II, edge, Florida State
The Seahawks can go any variety of instructions right here, and quarterback and left deal with stand out as areas of want. The protection has been with no high-level edge rusher for a while.
10. New York Jets — Drake London, WR, USC
London needs to be a productive and dynamic participant from Day 1, so you may make a case the still-rebuilding Jets are higher off not having landed Tyreek Hill, particularly with the expertise they will add with later picks.
11. Washington Commanders — Derek Stingley Jr., CB, LSU
The Commanders used 5 of their final six first-round picks on a defensive participant and have a obvious want at cornerback.
12. Minnesota Vikings — Trent McDuffie, CB, Washington
The Vikings have a brand new regime in place, however in the meanwhile they've been busy bringing many gamers again. Assist is required in a number of spots, particularly cornerback.
13. Houston Texans — Nakobe Dean, LB, Georgia
Dean possesses the velocity and vary to be an ideal match for what Lovie Smith needs in the course of his protection.
14. Baltimore Ravens — George Karlaftis, edge, Purdue
The Ravens tried to re-sign Za’Darius Smith in free company, however when that fell by means of, the necessity for an edge defender remained. Karlaftis is a perfect match.
15. Philadelphia Eagles — Jordan Davis, DT, Georgia
Davis placed on a present on the scouting mix together with his dimension and athleticism and will turn out to be a monster in the course of the protection.
16. Philadelphia Eagles — Devin Lloyd, LB, Utah
Staying up the center of the protection, Lloyd has the scale and vary to be an influence participant at a real place of want for the Eagles.
17. Los Angeles Chargers — Trevor Penning, OT, Northern Iowa
The Chargers had been porous on protection final season. It’s tempting to have a look at a participant on that aspect of the ball, however including extra safety for Justin Herbert a yr after drafting Rashawn Slater is smart.
18. New Orleans Saints — Kenny Pickett, QB, Pittsburgh
The Saints want a left deal with, however with Jameis Winston re-signed it may well permit Pickett time to be taught as a backup.
19. Philadelphia Eagles — Jameson Williams, WR, Alabama
With three first-round picks, the Eagles can get loads of quick assist whereas with the ability to watch for Williams to return from a torn ACL if he’s not prepared in the beginning of the season.
20. Pittsburgh Steelers — Malik Willis, QB, Liberty
As soon as upon a time, Mitch Trubisky was the rookie drafted to a group with a veteran. This time he can be on the opposite finish of that setup.
21. New England Patriots — Treylon Burks, WR, Arkansas
Patriots quarterback Mac Jones was spectacular as a rookie however he wants extra dynamic playmakers.
22. Inexperienced Bay Packers — Chris Olave, WR, Ohio State
The Packers historically have prevented utilizing first-round picks on broad receivers. This yr feels completely different after the Davante Adams commerce.
23. Arizona Cardinals — Tyler Linderbaum, C, Iowa
The Cardinals must be higher on the inside of the road for Kyler Murray. Getting the very best heart within the draft would go a good distance towards doing that.
24. Dallas Cowboys — Devonte Wyatt, DT, Georgia
Compact defensive deal with has quickness and can be a disruptive issue within the center for the Cowboys.
25. Buffalo Payments — Kyler Gordon, CB, Washington
Contenders within the AFC are going to want a small military of cornerbacks to defend in opposition to the very best quarterbacks within the league. The Payments provide some assist for Tre’Davious White.
26. Tennessee Titans — Zion Johnson, G, Boston Faculty
The Titans must be higher on the offensive line, and Johnson will slide in as a Day 1 starter.
27. Tampa Bay Buccaneers — Kenyon Inexperienced, G, Texas A&M
Inexperienced performed 4 positions final season, and the Bucs wants assistance on the within for Tom Brady.
28. Inexperienced Bay Packers — Boye Mafe, edge, Minnesota
As tempting as it's to have the Packers double up on broad receivers for Aaron Rodgers, they should account for the departure of Za’Darius Smith.
29. Kansas Metropolis Chiefs — Travis Jones, DT, Connecticut
The Chiefs want to offer a playmaker for Patrick Mahomes, however additionally they have some massive wants within the entrance seven. Jones can be a rotational participant instantly.
30. Kansas Metropolis Chiefs — Skyy Moore, WR, Western Michigan
Moore isn’t very massive however he’s an elite athlete with the power to create separation. That may work properly within the Chiefs offense.
31. Cincinnati Bengals — Kaiir Elam, CB, Florida
The Bengals loaded up on offensive linemen in free company, which permits the group to deal with the secondary. Including an enormous and athletic cornerback will present assist.
32. Detroit Lions — David Ojabo, edge, Michigan
A torn Achilles tendon on the Michigan professional day goes to harm Ojabo. Utilizing the final decide of the spherical — he would signal a five-year contract — would give the Lions 4 seasons from him.
Spherical 2
33. Jacksonville Jaguars — Dax Hill, S, Michigan
If final yr’s No. 1 decide Trevor Lawrence can present progress, the Jaguars can be way more aggressive with some quick assist for the protection.
34. Detroit Lions — Logan Corridor, DT, Houston
It’s tempting to pair the Lions with a quarterback, however they might give Jared Goff another yr whereas making an attempt to enhance the roster elsewhere.
35. New York Jets — Quay Walker, LB, Georgia
The Jets had been fairly busy in free company addressing the secondary. Extra assist is required for the entrance seven.
36. New York Giants — Arnold Ebiketie, edge, Penn State
If new GM Joe Schoen maximizes his draft capital, the Giants could have a pleasant haul of influence gamers with QB Daniel Jones getting maybe a last shot this season.
37. Houston Texans — Nik Bonitto, edge, Oklahoma
A left deal with, athletic linebacker and edge rusher within the first three picks would supply Lovie Smith with some constructing blocks, particularly if QB Davis Mills can construct off his rookie season.
38. New York Jets — Christian Watson, WR, North Dakota State
Pairing an enormous goal who can transfer like Watson with Drake London would place second-year QB Zach Wilson for achievement.
39. Chicago Bears — Josh Jobe, CB, Alabama
Jobe isn’t coming off his finest season after taking part in by means of a foot damage, however he has good size and will instantly compete for a beginning job at a place of want.
40. Seattle Seahawks — Tyler Smith, OT, Tulsa
Sure, the Seahawks want to exchange quarterback Russell Wilson, however this won't be the yr for that. GM John Schneider can take the chance to get higher up entrance.
41. Seattle Seahawks — Cole Unusual, G, Chattanooga
Doubling up on offensive linemen in Spherical 2 won't be attractive, however the Seahawks must be higher at operating the ball.
42. Indianapolis Colts — Roger McCreary, CB, Auburn
The Matt Ryan deal fell within the lap of the Colts, who should really feel higher about what Frank Reich’s offense can produce. Assist is required on the again finish to exchange Rock Ya-Sin.
43. Atlanta Falcons — Matt Corral, QB, Mississippi
The Falcons are to start with stage of a rebuild, so it’s simple to examine GM Terry Fontenot ready a minimum of a yr to take a shot at a quarterback. However Corral is athletic and will be taught behind Marcus Mariota.
44. Cleveland Browns — Perrion Winfrey, DT, Oklahoma
The Browns’ offseason has been headlined by the arrival of Deshaun Watson and Amari Cooper, however they want some massive our bodies up entrance on protection.
45. Baltimore Ravens — Jahan Dotson, WR, Penn State
Doston will be explosive after the catch and has some wiggle to his recreation. One other weapon for QB Lamar Jackson isn't a foul concept.
46. Minnesota Vikings — Dylan Parham, G, Memphis
Parham is athletic for an inside lineman, and whereas he must get just a little larger, he ought to be capable to assist instantly.
47. Washington Commanders (from Colts) — Jalen Pitre, S, Baylor
The Commanders protection struggled final season, so including a high cornerback and an athletic security will immediately enhance a unit that surrendered too many massive performs.
48. Chicago Bears — John Metchie, WR, Alabama
Metchie had two very productive seasons for the Crimson Tide however is coming off a torn ACL within the SEC Championship Sport, which has knocked him down draft boards. The Bears can get potential first-round worth by ready for an injured participant to return.
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