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Denmark, another CB drafted has size and speed. Looks like a great prospect to develop with Tolliver. Shelley will fit in the slot.

Strange pick because of how small he is, 165#, but he is now a Bear...so hopeful.

The Bears were not getting it done running the ball. Howard is a great back, look at his numbers compared to the leagues best. The problem was the way the offense needs to be ran he didn't have the quickness or decisiveness to exploit defenses. Davis and Montgomery have that and that will help this offense stay on the field longer and put us in scoring opportunities. Improving the run game will give the D time to rest, giving the big boys more juice to do their thing. Now find a inside O lineman and some dbs.

Gabriel is still a weapon and has a place imo. He may lose some snaps to Ridley, but I don't see his roster spot. Robinson, Miller, Gabriel, Ridley, Wims...getting that position solidified.

Riley Ridley WR, surprised me but now we have two Ga dogs in the wr pound. I still think Wims is the better.

I like the CB from Penn State, but could see going Thompson too

The RB that must compared to Hunt was Montgomery. He will be able to start if needed right away. I think the offense took a big leap having this fit.

Let's do it Bears, got one of the top 2-3 RBs in the draft

Very well put. I think we draft heavy in the DB department. I think rd 3 they take BPA, someone is going to slip.

I think both Nichols and RRH have upside. If and only if a kid with more upside drops then sure. The great thing is the need is minimal. We are debating a 3rd rd pick, which how may have made it for us? Pace will take BPA I believe over need. I do think he goes DB and RB though bc they have fallen.

I see a Whitehair extension and maybe a Floyd. They can extend Chase Daniel's to save more cap if they need. It is about keeping the best intact while keeping flexibility when Cohen, Trubisky, and Jackson come up.

PFF lists him as above average at #32 DE. This is from a rookie who wasnt supposed to play or be depended on. I dont think he is maxed out for potential yet. Rotate him and RRH and they will be fine. We have 5 pick, if a stud falls then do it. "Nichols played 328 snaps, fourth-most on the defensive line. He finished the season with 28 tackles (five for loss), three sacks, seven quarterback hits, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery." "Bullard had a disappointing season, registering 18 tackles and no sacks. He had just one quarterback hit. Robertson-Harris had a pretty good season. It was just his second season as a defensive lineman since bulking up and making the move from linebacker. He had 22 tackles, 3 sacks, and 11 quarterback hits."

With OLB, it is about depth because Aaron Lynch is on a one year deal. If one is available they like, they draft. At 87, they cannot count on anyone being there but have to be ready to take BPA. If a DE is there they feel good about, then maybe they take one since I do not see Bullard coming back after the season. Nichols will elevate and hopefully Bullard plays with a do or die niche to get a payday. DBs will be hit hard and heavy, they have been thin there and lost two of their best. I wouldn't be surprised if they go rd 3 and 4 there.

Henderson could be a Trubisky scenario where they keep it hush in case he does make it to 87. You would have to believe their mouths are watering at having his talent.

As a small school, late round rookie, he does have a ways to go. He has a great mentor to follow in Hicks, so hopefully he makes improvements now that he has seen where he lacks. I think they like his potential to be a future staple along the line. I think if they feel they need more talent, they would fill it with a vet being they are close to the chase. But going BPA, if a premiere talent falls, scoop him up.

Do they view Nichols as legit or Skiner, I think DB is the bigger need. Have to replace two next year. The draft isnt about instant starters, but guys who develop. I see Nichols making an impact with more opportunity.

I will take a shot since we are a week from the start of the first round. Needs are dwindling and picks are limited, so the Bears have to make impact picks to stay ahead of the North. Round 3 Pick 23: Darrell Henderson, RB, Memphis (A+) If Hooker was available I think he would be the pick, he went rd2 in this mock. Henderson would be a steal and fits Nagys offense to a T. The offense needs a back to hit the holes quicker than Howard while being able to run routes when called upon. If they get Henderson, the talking heads will admire. Round 4 Pick 24: Isaiah Johnson, CB, Houston (A+) Rising CB prospect with size and speed to develop behind Prince. I thought about him for round 3, so doubtful he slides. We may have a pair of young CBs to take over in Johnson and Tolliver. Round 5 Pick 24: Sheldrick Redwine (FS/CB) Miami (Fla.) (A) I see the Bears double dipping into DBs, Redwine can fit the role as nickle while learning S behind Dix. Listed as a FS but has a knack for attacking the run. Round 7 Pick 8: Maxx Crosby, DE, E. Michigan (A+) Upcoming small school edge, has length and speed but needs to grow a little stronger. Hype is starting to build after his combine so who knows where he would go. Compares to a poor TJ Watt. Has work to do but could be a steal. Round 7 Pick 24: Javon Patterson, OG, Ole Miss (A+) Played all 3 positions inside and is an excellent pass protector. Strength needs to be made, but would make a great swing int lineman.

Nice thought and draft layout. I can see RB and edge flipping, but depends on who goes where and when. I dont think we leave the draft without a RB they feel can step in right away and share the load.

50 carrie's would be perfect to work in Bryce Love or the kid from Oklahoma who also got injured late, Rodney Anderson. If we can get one in the 4th or 5th, meaning they might have to make a trade, I would be happy. Getting a every down rb back that fits this scheme would make this offense more deceptive imo.

Well...I am just happy to see activity on the board...was getting worried. We may keep a kicker on the PS if we go with unknowns.

It is a great sight to see. Not sure why I repeated everything you said, ha. With the team set like that, I can see Pace making some draft moves to get the RB they envision. As of now, they won't need 8-9 players added in the 2020 draft. Maybe he uses one or two of those to move up.

I would say the Y behind Shaheen.

We most likely lose Trevathan and Dix but will have a plethora of draft picks to address the S. I thing Iggy may replace a Trevathan. We have cap to get Floyd and Whitehair under wraps early which can hell future years.

True, if the Bears put him in that role. Seems like Pace envisioned him as the big RB. I think making him the "joker" would be more fun. Line him up as RB, motion him to the TE/slot, back to FB, or out wide.

I see, we needed the loss. That kind of sucks. I don't think we have anyone left who can sign elsewhere that can reverse that.