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I hope day 2 goes as well as tonight. Find two gems who can contribute or replace the positions (GJ at DT, DO at DE) that will be big needs next year. Id understand WR or CB too.

At Pick 25, I never expected Dillion Thieneman to be there. I feel the Bears got their guy they wanted all along. I would have been happy with Lomu who NE was happy to trade up for, but still not a day 1 ready player like Dillion will be. The Edge players just didnt make sense either because Zion Young was rated higher, but Dani Dennis-Sutton is pretty close imo. Those are the fits and who the Bears are looking at. CB, my guy Chris Johnson went before Hood, but there is later talent at that position that is not a huge drop off.

Im like how does people not know this name. We've been talking about him on here a lot. He is the perfect fit as a dual role Safety FS/SS. I moved on from him because I figured the Vikings were taking him.

Not mentioning names, but fingers crossed. I never expected him to be there. Edit- Dillion Thieneman or bust!

At 25, there was will be questions. If he's there and the Bears pass, then they dont see him being a quality starter in time. Ay least I feel confident with our o-line coach. All the edge players have something wrong, the safety doesnt fit the rock and roll type, the DL are all NT types.

The Bears have the best coach to know and get the player ready. We always think for now, but rarely do these rookies make huge impacts right away. The draft needs to be for long term success because guys like Thuney and Jackson won't be long term and we dont want a fall off once they go.

He is only 21, so he has time to add strength. Started 3 season at LT for Utah, so we can review his performances against some pro caliber ends. He kind of reminds me of Lane Johnsons frame

There are rumors of trading up, and rumors of trading down, so with many variables I will stay at 25 and take BPA that I see the Bears eyeing. A. Zion Young DE - he is a DE that will hold his edge. As a pass rusher, he lacks the elite athleticism to be a constant threat since he relies on bull rush. At pick 25, you get a solid DE who could refine technique to improve B. Chris Johnson CB- I like him better than Hood if the Bears feel CB is bpa. C. Caleb Lomu OT- he has the best skill set for zone blocking and a natural LT where Trapilo is a natural RT, who can fill if needed at LT. After 2026 season, Jones and Willis are FAs and Trapilo coming off injury with a ? on his movement/strength, they will need an solid answer. Hate to say it, but I have the Bears going LT Lomu. The Bears have a future gem in Caleb Williams and investing in him should be top priority. How it could look after Friday night. Get a future LT and C, a versatile S to pair with Bryant and DE to add to rotation with Sweat, Dayo, and Booker. I know we want elite pass rushing, but you have to sacrifice a 3 down player for a situational player.

It is an exciting time to be a Bears fan once again. Let's hope they bring in some more greats and bury the middle finger from Goodell over his discretion of the Rooney rule. That pick was another possibly huge contributor that we will have to live without.

It started with the NCAA granting the 5th year with Covid, then with NIL $, players sticking around to make hundreds of thousands of dollars. I am sure there will be a fight, believe there is already one, that allows these athletes to continue making that money 5 years or more. Only a small fraction make the NFL and not many jobs pay 300-500K like they get playing at you bigger programs. I thought NIL was bad to begin with, even though it was happening under the table. I thought getting a free education was a pretty good deal.

Id say Elijah Hicks. He has a little more size and speed and knows the system.

Id go Thienemen, Mesidor, maybe Tj Parker, or Kaleb Proctor, Caleb Lomu round one. Trading down for 2027 picks might be the smartest..if it is deeper.

Thank god the Bears didnt give up pick 25. The guy got paid and wants more after an off season. Id rather take a chance on a rookie looking to earn his next check.

Id be good with something similiar to this. The only DEs id take 1st rd are Mesidor or Parker. We really only need a starting safety and the rest can add young competition to eventually be upgrades.

Mock taking the LT round 1, Valeb Lomu. Thought about Blake Miller or Max Iheanachor, but they might be more of a reach. AJ Haulcy who can start at S and Dennis-Sutton at DE who gets in rotation. Hecht gets a prospect developing at C, Claiborne who will become the lightning back for the Bears and make a 3 headed RB stable. Gusta as developmental 3T has the high motor, effort, a d discipline to develop. Last WR, Wetjin, brings speed to the slot and return game.

I don't see the Bears taking 2 DTs, but can get behind either. Woods had a decline performance in 2025, but was a Jatrett clone before. Banks is a specimen, rare size and athletic ability if his foot is good. Depends on how the Bears see them under their supervision. Since they signed 3 DTs, they will probably draft one late and get an edge early as you want

It stinks, but it also exposes how thin or behind the Bears are at roster depth and development. Lets hope we have long term stability with Poles and Johnson and can build that.

What are your odds round 1 for the 3 options below and no 33.3% Trade up Stay put Trade down

That's what I say, get a guy that will be a multiplier. Someone who scores, takes aways scores, or shuts down other teams best.

I think with McNeil-Warren, its his hard hitting that draws attention. I dont think that is the type of S Allen wants, so that would be a shock if taken. Dillion Thienemen would be the most ideal S after Caleb Downs, but odds are he goes to Minny.

He was our first pick that year. I felt Angelo was doing great until the Bears found success and some how they got lazy and cute drafting. They never had luck drafting offensive line though. I hope that page is turning

Gilbert was a 3rd round pick. They drafted some studs fell apart when I felt Lovie got power. The Bears were a perennial playoff team, we just scratched that surface. I feel pretty good with the direction the Bears are heading but we will see if BJ fills in for the loss of Cuningham

Boredom.... What player or position will shock you for the Bears to draft. I was shocked about Loveland. Seen a few posts on here about him, but was shocked to see him taken so high. That proved me wrong.

Lucky guy, until he has to face his wife.

If there is a guy they believe will be a blue chip player regardless who is already signed, you do it. There are 3 or 4 LBs that could be there Hill, Rodriguez, Trotter that would become team captains when you are transforming the whole defense, its as good as a time to bring that voice in. They filled DT in FA, so they may not draft one. CB, WR, RB, and C all have players too but yes depth and upgrades should be considered. The Bears can go anywhere position wise and that is what keeps us confused trying to predict outcomes.