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Same, I never said we need to trade him either. I noted that he is being asked about, which means teams have interest. He has value here and for the right price he could be traded. Seeing teams trade player for player recently, maybe the Bears find a LT, S, LB, or another DL that they like knowing they can draft a DT to replace him.

The FA class at DT and other positions is bare. There will be many more trades the offseason compared to others. A great GM would listen to all offers and be making calls himself. At 3T, we are stuck with Grady Jarrett. We drafted Sherman Turner last year who can play there. At pick 25 there are a few 3T and 1T we could take. So if they get the right value, why not? Dexter hasn't become a blue chip yet, maybe he does and maybe not.

Question...does anyone know what happened to www.sticktothemodel.com draft simulator? I cant find it anymore. Disregard...went to X and found a link. My browser must be hiding it.

The Jets are trading Tremaine Johnson DE to Titans for DT Trevonde Sweat. Poles almost pulled the trigger on Tremaine at the deadline. A few here mentioned we should look at Sweat for NT.

The rumor is teams are inquiring about him. He is a Flus guy and not a DA guy, so maybe they consider. With Grady sticking around for one more year and Turner also a possible 3T, and plenty of talent that should be available around pick 25, they could get value moving him now.

Rumor has it Gervin Dexter is on the trade market.

If the Bears trade, then expect a mid-lower level vet like Tyrod Taylor to be signed.

Bagent has very little on him, were the others have more tape and been around longer. One thing we havent seen is Bagent behind the rebuilt oline and a competent offense. I am sure the Bears know his value and doubt a 3rd would do it since they do not have anyone at backup.

I thought the same, haha. I'd hate to see a player with a year of knowledge in BJs system go without anyone capable behind Caleb. They could resign Case Keenum. They need to groom someone this year as a #3, then shop Bagent.

Ryan Poles confirmed the Bears have received calls on Bagent today. Ben Johnson also asked today about trade possibilities of Tyson Bagent. "He said noooo, not Tyson. I like Tyson."

Poles has prices set on his team. When Jaylon wanted his extension he also demanded a trade. Poles said it would take 2 firsts if JJ can find a team willing to pay. I dont think DJ Moore will cost a ton, I figure what a #2 WR or 1B would cost. Pickens cost a 3rd and 5th the following year. Keenan Allen was our 4th that current year.

Cunningham even said today that his understanding is that the Bears deserve the picks.

Smoke season just started too, but there are quite a few edges.

Poles was asked today about the 2- 3rds that the Bears were supposed to get for losing Ian Cunningham. He has been in talks with the NFL about it. If the Bears do not get them, I feel they need to put that rule to rest if the league is going to bend qualifications. They must fear the Bears will be a dynasty and that is not written in their script.

It would be a big win to get one of those 3 DTs. I think they surprise us with an edge rusher and take a guy like Harold Perkins Jr LSU. He is similiar size to Micah Parson. Played edge his freshman year and tore it up, then moved to off ball LB.

I dont think the Bears can lose him this year. They would need to use cap to replace him. If the Bears were bottom dwellers, take the deal. But we are in the grasp to compete for it all and already over the cap. I would only do it for a decent 2nd and gamble Caleb stays healthy.

I hate the thought, unless a decent 2nd is offered and if Arz, it would be. They need someone to step in if needed with little or no drop off. I expect Bagent has grown under BJ like Caleb did.

Seen that Rome and Colston are going to workout with TJ Houshmandzadeh this offseason. TJ thinks Colston can be the best TE in football. He was asked if Luther was going too, but he said no he dont know Luther. Rome needs some help, he needs to get those hands to wake up.

So me and you are agreeing we need a DT or two that can provide stout run defense and collapse the pocket. I love seeing the DT sack the QB, violence.

It is a great class for those needs and I am with you that the Bears need studs in the middle and I usually mock draft a DT in the first. The reason for the question is that can the Bears win without a premiere rusher? I think we need to first get the DTs solidified just so we can see if Sweat, Booker, and the rest can improve.

What type of edge player are you all envisioning for the Bears? Picking at 25 and 57, we will not be picking the cream at the top. There are longer strong guys or small twitchier guys that we might have a chance to take, but lack the trait to be a top 10 selection. The Bears past two DCs prefer the longer guys that can set the edge, but the trade off is instant pressure. For building a championship caliber D, what would you like?

I mock draft to learn about players. "My Guy" tonight is 5T/edge LT Overton. Another chess piece that can play DE or slide inside. The guy disrupts wherever he lines up. Pair him with McDonald or Banks and the Dline is rejuvenated with the first two picks.

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A 2nd round and id consider, but you better believe they would be drafting one day 2 and they would still be more vulnerable without Tyson. Backup QBs do not get reps like the #2s at other positions do. In fact they rotate often to give rest at most positions except for oline. So a backup QB is something you want someone who knows the system and can function in it. Caleb is not invincible and one day he will miss time. Would you prefer Tyson Bagent or Cade Klubnik QB Clemson in the 3rd round? Now say this happens week 13 and we face GB and Det the following weeks with playoffs on the line. Bagent might not miss a beat where a rookie might be a deer in headlights

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