***Chicago Bears Thread*** Ben Johnson hired. The Resurrection Begins! (2 Viewers)

[Chreesto]

Looking at all the scenarios and who will likely be taken in the top 9, Mykell Williams is somebody I think I could live with. If Warren goes in that group over Sanders, then I feel like anybody could be in play. After those 9 there is not much separating 10-30 in this class.

Based on most of the responses in this thread it seems like enthusiasm for the players likely to be available at pick #10 is pretty mid. There does not seem to be am obvious, slam-dunk pick here. More and more I am hoping for a trade down into the teens or twenties - does anyone object to that? I like the talent at the end of the first/beginning of the second nearly as much as at #10

 

[Deranged Hermit]

Looking at all the scenarios and who will likely be taken in the top 9, Mykell Williams is somebody I think I could live with. If Warren goes in that group over Sanders, then I feel like anybody could be in play. After those 9 there is not much separating 10-30 in this class.

Based on most of the responses in this thread it seems like enthusiasm for the players likely to be available at pick #10 is pretty mid. There does not seem to be am obvious, slam-dunk pick here. More and more I am hoping for a trade down into the teens or twenties - does anyone object to that? I like the talent at the end of the first/beginning of the second nearly as much as at #10

If the draft goes like I think it will, I think we should definitely trade down. The only problem is, they already have a lot of assets in this draft.
I was hoping that Sanders drops to ten. Barring a trade up to 8 or 9, I think that's a good possibility . That would put teams like Pittsburgh, Rams, and maybe Indy as trade partners. Maybe we could get a 1st this year and next year?

 

[Sunday Gravy]

Looking at all the scenarios and who will likely be taken in the top 9, Mykell Williams is somebody I think I could live with. If Warren goes in that group over Sanders, then I feel like anybody could be in play. After those 9 there is not much separating 10-30 in this class.

Based on most of the responses in this thread it seems like enthusiasm for the players likely to be available at pick #10 is pretty mid. There does not seem to be am obvious, slam-dunk pick here. More and more I am hoping for a trade down into the teens or twenties - does anyone object to that? I like the talent at the end of the first/beginning of the second nearly as much as at #10

Oh a trade down would be awesome. I just don't see anyone that's going to motivate a team to move up for. Maybe a Shadeur if he's still there?

 

[JohnnyU]

Looking at all the scenarios and who will likely be taken in the top 9, Mykell Williams is somebody I think I could live with. If Warren goes in that group over Sanders, then I feel like anybody could be in play. After those 9 there is not much separating 10-30 in this class.

Based on most of the responses in this thread it seems like enthusiasm for the players likely to be available at pick #10 is pretty mid. There does not seem to be am obvious, slam-dunk pick here. More and more I am hoping for a trade down into the teens or twenties - does anyone object to that? I like the talent at the end of the first/beginning of the second nearly as much as at #10

Oh a trade down would be awesome. I just don't see anyone that's going to motivate a team to move up for. Maybe a Shadeur if he's still there?

Isn’t he sliding?

 

[travdogg]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

I think everyone is talking about trading down if Sanders falls (which seems very possible all of a sudden). I can see Pittsburgh and Indy being interested.

 

[travdogg]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

I think everyone is talking about trading down if Sanders falls (which seems very possible all of a sudden). I can see Pittsburgh and Indy being interested.

I don't see why the Bears would be the team though. Feels like if a team trades up, its gonna be Carolina (a prime trade down candidate anyway) to get ahead of NO.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

I think everyone is talking about trading down if Sanders falls (which seems very possible all of a sudden). I can see Pittsburgh and Indy being interested.

I don't see why the Bears would be the team though. Feels like if a team trades up, its gonna be Carolina (a prime trade down candidate anyway) to get ahead of NO.

You would think so, but weird stuff happens.

 

[Sunday Gravy]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

I think everyone is talking about trading down if Sanders falls (which seems very possible all of a sudden). I can see Pittsburgh and Indy being interested.

I think NO takes him at 9 with this Carr shoulder stuff.

 

[Sunday Gravy]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

You really think there's a huge difference between Campbell and Banks?

 

[travdogg]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

You really think there's a huge difference between Campbell and Banks?

I do. I think Campbell is more likely to stick at T than Banks, due to his superior strength, technique, and smarts. Banks is a better athlete, but I think he's got more risk to him. Campbell seems like the safest player in the OL class. I don't hate Banks. I think he'll be an excellent Guard, I just think he doesn't have the technique (Campbell does in my eyes) to stay at T, and I don't think its worth it at #10 to take him.

 

[InDitkaWeTrust]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

You really think there's a huge difference between Campbell and Banks?

I do. I think Campbell is more likely to stick at T than Banks, due to his superior strength, technique, and smarts. Banks is a better athlete, but I think he's got more risk to him. Campbell seems like the safest player in the OL class. I don't hate Banks. I think he'll be an excellent Guard, I just think he doesn't have the technique (Campbell does in my eyes) to stay at T, and I don't think its worth it at #10 to take him.

Is Membou off the table now or slated to go higher? To me, he's the best combo of technique and athlete in the draft at OT. Biggest knock on him is his height at 6'4".

 

[travdogg]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

You really think there's a huge difference between Campbell and Banks?

I do. I think Campbell is more likely to stick at T than Banks, due to his superior strength, technique, and smarts. Banks is a better athlete, but I think he's got more risk to him. Campbell seems like the safest player in the OL class. I don't hate Banks. I think he'll be an excellent Guard, I just think he doesn't have the technique (Campbell does in my eyes) to stay at T, and I don't think its worth it at #10 to take him.

Is Membou off the table now or slated to go higher? To me, he's the best combo of technique and athlete in the draft at OT. Biggest knock on him is his height at 6'4".

I like Campbell more than Membou, but I do feel like Membou is likely going higher. He seems to be settling in to either the Patriots or Jets pick.

 

[InDitkaWeTrust]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

You really think there's a huge difference between Campbell and Banks?

I do. I think Campbell is more likely to stick at T than Banks, due to his superior strength, technique, and smarts. Banks is a better athlete, but I think he's got more risk to him. Campbell seems like the safest player in the OL class. I don't hate Banks. I think he'll be an excellent Guard, I just think he doesn't have the technique (Campbell does in my eyes) to stay at T, and I don't think its worth it at #10 to take him.

Is Membou off the table now or slated to go higher? To me, he's the best combo of technique and athlete in the draft at OT. Biggest knock on him is his height at 6'4".

I like Campbell more than Membou, but I do feel like Membou is likely going higher. He seems to be settling in to either the Patriots or Jets pick.

Campbell is almost assuredly moving inside, which is fine. He's played every spot on the line in college, so he's going to be either a great OG or amazing as a rotational piece all along the line. Membou, on the other hand has the potential to be a star OT. I see it as a higher ceiling for Membou and a much higher floor for Campbell.

 

[travdogg]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

You really think there's a huge difference between Campbell and Banks?

I do. I think Campbell is more likely to stick at T than Banks, due to his superior strength, technique, and smarts. Banks is a better athlete, but I think he's got more risk to him. Campbell seems like the safest player in the OL class. I don't hate Banks. I think he'll be an excellent Guard, I just think he doesn't have the technique (Campbell does in my eyes) to stay at T, and I don't think its worth it at #10 to take him.

Is Membou off the table now or slated to go higher? To me, he's the best combo of technique and athlete in the draft at OT. Biggest knock on him is his height at 6'4".

I like Campbell more than Membou, but I do feel like Membou is likely going higher. He seems to be settling in to either the Patriots or Jets pick.

Campbell is almost assuredly moving inside, which is fine. He's played every spot on the line in college, so he's going to be either a great OG or amazing as a rotational piece all along the line. Membou, on the other hand has the potential to be a star OT. I see it as a higher ceiling for Membou and a much higher floor for Campbell.

I agree with the bolded, but I don't think Campbell has to move inside. His technique is more than good enough to overcome unideal arm length. I do have Membou as my #2 T, but I also have some concern about his technique, and that he was a RT, which while not the issue it once was, still matters a little.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

 

[InDitkaWeTrust]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

Yeah, I think that was it.

 

[travdogg]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

2 2nd rounders is too rich for Jeanty in my opinion. If it were Hunter or Carter than sure, but RB is really deep. Personally, if not Jeanty, I'd rather wait until round 3 and nab Skattebo or Sampson.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

2 2nd rounders is too rich for Jeanty in my opinion. If it were Hunter or Carter than sure, but RB is really deep. Personally, if not Jeanty, I'd rather wait until round 3 and nab Skattebo or Sampson.

God no. If they don't get Jeanty, one of the OSU RBs or Hampton, I'm good with a vet who gets cut after the draft. Skattebo especially I don't like.
If they don't trade 10, I'm perfectly good with them taking bpa there, a RB at their first second rounder (as long as it's one of the four I mentioned) and a o or d lineman and their second 2nd rounder.

 

[travdogg]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

2 2nd rounders is too rich for Jeanty in my opinion. If it were Hunter or Carter than sure, but RB is really deep. Personally, if not Jeanty, I'd rather wait until round 3 and nab Skattebo or Sampson.

God no. If they don't get Jeanty, one of the OSU RBs or Hampton, I'm good with a vet who gets cut after the draft. Skattebo especially I don't like.
If they don't trade 10, I'm perfectly good with them taking bpa there, a RB at their first second rounder (as long as it's one of the four I mentioned) and a o or d lineman and their second 2nd rounder.

I mean, I'd love to take a cheap 1-year flier on Nick Chubb, but I haven't heard a peep about him since FA started.

Why don't you like Skattebo or Sampson?

 

[Deranged Hermit]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

2 2nd rounders is too rich for Jeanty in my opinion. If it were Hunter or Carter than sure, but RB is really deep. Personally, if not Jeanty, I'd rather wait until round 3 and nab Skattebo or Sampson.

God no. If they don't get Jeanty, one of the OSU RBs or Hampton, I'm good with a vet who gets cut after the draft. Skattebo especially I don't like.
If they don't trade 10, I'm perfectly good with them taking bpa there, a RB at their first second rounder (as long as it's one of the four I mentioned) and a o or d lineman and their second 2nd rounder.

I mean, I'd love to take a cheap 1-year flier on Nick Chubb, but I haven't heard a peep about him since FA started.

Why don't you like Skattebo or Sampson?

Sampson I think is too small. He's also a fumbler. I want a bruiser to pair with Swift.
Skattebo is a bruiser but I don't think he's as good as the top 4-5 rbs and will be drafted like he us because someone will fall in love with him. I see him as a 3 yards and a cloud of dust type player which is a Dime a dozen in the NFL.

 

[travdogg]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

2 2nd rounders is too rich for Jeanty in my opinion. If it were Hunter or Carter than sure, but RB is really deep. Personally, if not Jeanty, I'd rather wait until round 3 and nab Skattebo or Sampson.

God no. If they don't get Jeanty, one of the OSU RBs or Hampton, I'm good with a vet who gets cut after the draft. Skattebo especially I don't like.
If they don't trade 10, I'm perfectly good with them taking bpa there, a RB at their first second rounder (as long as it's one of the four I mentioned) and a o or d lineman and their second 2nd rounder.

I mean, I'd love to take a cheap 1-year flier on Nick Chubb, but I haven't heard a peep about him since FA started.

Why don't you like Skattebo or Sampson?

Sampson I think is too small. He's also a fumbler. I want a bruiser to pair with Swift.
Skattebo is a bruiser but I don't think he's as good as the top 4-5 rbs and will be drafted like he us because someone will fall in love with him. I see him as a 3 yards and a cloud of dust type player which is a Dime a dozen in the NFL.

I get that logic (I think higher of Skattebo, but I get it) I do think if the idea is a bruiser and someone who isn't small, that rules out Henderson as well. He's only 2 pounds heavier than Sampson with a much worse BMI being 3 inches taller.

What about Kaleb Johnson?

 

[Deranged Hermit]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

2 2nd rounders is too rich for Jeanty in my opinion. If it were Hunter or Carter than sure, but RB is really deep. Personally, if not Jeanty, I'd rather wait until round 3 and nab Skattebo or Sampson.

God no. If they don't get Jeanty, one of the OSU RBs or Hampton, I'm good with a vet who gets cut after the draft. Skattebo especially I don't like.
If they don't trade 10, I'm perfectly good with them taking bpa there, a RB at their first second rounder (as long as it's one of the four I mentioned) and a o or d lineman and their second 2nd rounder.

I mean, I'd love to take a cheap 1-year flier on Nick Chubb, but I haven't heard a peep about him since FA started.

Why don't you like Skattebo or Sampson?

Sampson I think is too small. He's also a fumbler. I want a bruiser to pair with Swift.
Skattebo is a bruiser but I don't think he's as good as the top 4-5 rbs and will be drafted like he us because someone will fall in love with him. I see him as a 3 yards and a cloud of dust type player which is a Dime a dozen in the NFL.

I get that logic (I think higher of Skattebo, but I get it) I do think if the idea is a bruiser and someone who isn't small, that rules out Henderson as well. He's only 2 pounds heavier than Sampson with a much worse BMI being 3 inches taller.

What about Kaleb Johnson?

Johnson is actually a guy I like more than a lot of draft 'experts'. For us anyway. He's a powe runner and very good blocker. If we had to grab a guy in the 4th after we missed on RB earlier, I'm ok with him. My big knock on him is he hasn't shown much in the receiving game. I don't know if Iowas offense is to blame though.
Oddly enough, he reminds me of Chubb, who you mentioned earlier as a vet possibility.

 

[Born to Run]

There are FBG staff who love Tahj Brooks. Does he fit the need?

 

[ZWK]

Bears extend Kyler Gordon

ESPN source: Bears reached agreement today on a three-year, $40 million extension that includes $31.25 million guaranteed with CB Kyler Gordon. The deal now makes Gordon the NFL’s highest-paid slot corner and contractually ties him to Chicago through the 2028 season.

I like it.

 

[Max Power]

I think the resigning of Gordon increases the likelihood that Will Johnon is the BPA pick should all the other options be gone at 10. Bears are paying two corners decent money now and that decreases the odds of Stevenson getting a long term deal here. Johnson is an upgrade anyway.

I'd be interested in seeing if Stevenson could take some Safety reps with the Bears being so thin there.

 

[Sunday Gravy]

I'd be pretty excited about any of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren, or Campbell at #10. I could probably get behind a DB too, even though I like the depth a lot there, and think its a drop-off after Hunter, same is probably true at RB after Jeanty I suppose. What would disappoint me would be reaching for a DL (unless somehow Graham falls) or taking a non-Campbell OL. I REALLY hope its not Shemar Stewart or Jalen Walker. I just think those guys are vastly overrated, but it seems like Walker is getting talk at #4, #5, and #8 so likely someone better falls.

Its hard for me to see a trade down, just because, why would someone trade up? And if someone wanted to trade up, surely at least 1 of the Jets, Panthers and Saints want to move down.

I think at this point, I'm hoping for McMillan, and putting DJ Moore in the slot and daring defenses to play 1-1 outside against Tet and Rome. Or playing zone and having DJ/Kmet just keep sitting in the holes in the middle. Personally, I think the most important thing is helping Caleb Williams, and another weapon should do that. Conversely, I like Warren and running a 2-TE heavy offense, with Zaccheaus as more of a backup than a slot.

You really think there's a huge difference between Campbell and Banks?

I do. I think Campbell is more likely to stick at T than Banks, due to his superior strength, technique, and smarts. Banks is a better athlete, but I think he's got more risk to him. Campbell seems like the safest player in the OL class. I don't hate Banks. I think he'll be an excellent Guard, I just think he doesn't have the technique (Campbell does in my eyes) to stay at T, and I don't think its worth it at #10 to take him.

Is Membou off the table now or slated to go higher? To me, he's the best combo of technique and athlete in the draft at OT. Biggest knock on him is his height at 6'4".

I like Campbell more than Membou, but I do feel like Membou is likely going higher. He seems to be settling in to either the Patriots or Jets pick.

Campbell is almost assuredly moving inside, which is fine. He's played every spot on the line in college, so he's going to be either a great OG or amazing as a rotational piece all along the line. Membou, on the other hand has the potential to be a star OT. I see it as a higher ceiling for Membou and a much higher floor for Campbell.

Agree with this. I project Campbell as an awesome right guard for his career. Membou as a career RT. I still think Josh Simmons will be the best LT from this class.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

Yeah, I think that was it.

I found the 'report' about the Bears trade up. It was from a Chicago radio show (ESPN affiliate). So it's most likely a dud.

 

[Sunday Gravy]

It's going to be Stewart or Warren based on Halas Hall visits.

 

[Max Power]

It's going to be Stewart or Warren based on Halas Hall visits.

I'm going to lose it if they draft Stewart at 10. I'd hate it a lot less if they traded down.

 

[travdogg]

It's going to be Stewart or Warren based on Halas Hall visits.

I'm going to lose it if they draft Stewart at 10. I'd hate it a lot less if they traded down.

Warren would be an excellent fit, I'd be disgusted by Stewart, a combine warrior, who I'm not sure I'd even take in round 1.

 

[Sunday Gravy]

It's going to be Stewart or Warren based on Halas Hall visits.

I'm going to lose it if they draft Stewart at 10. I'd hate it a lot less if they traded down.

Agree. Would be a big reach. Rather have Mykell Williams than Stewart.

 

[ZWK]

Kyler Gordon is the Bears' 6th big signing this offseason, all for between $13M-$18M/yr. By APY:

$17.5M/yr G Jonah Jackson, Trade+Extension, 3 yr $52.5M
$16M/yr G Joe Thuney, Trade, 1 yr $16M
$16M/yr DE Dayo Odeyingbo, FA, $3 yr $48M
$14.3M/yr DT Grady Jarrett, FA, 3 yr $42.8M
$14M/yr C Drew Dalman, FA, 3 yr $42M
$13.3M/yr SCB Kyler Gordon, Extension, 3 yr $40M

I basically like 3 of these moves for the Bears and basically don't like the other 3. What it comes down to is that I think that 3 of these guys are good players (Thuney, Dalman, Gordon) and the other 3 are averageish players (Jackson, Odeyingbo, Jarrett). Though the Thuney trade is borderline if they don't extend him, because $16M plus a 4th round pick is a lot to give for one season.

 

[travdogg]

Kyler Gordon is the Bears' 6th big signing this offseason, all for between $13M-$18M/yr. By APY:

$17.5M/yr G Jonah Jackson, Trade+Extension, 3 yr $52.5M
$16M/yr G Joe Thuney, Trade, 1 yr $16M
$16M/yr DE Dayo Odeyingbo, FA, $3 yr $48M
$14.3M/yr DT Grady Jarrett, FA, 3 yr $42.8M
$14M/yr C Drew Dalman, FA, 3 yr $42M
$13.3M/yr SCB Kyler Gordon, Extension, 3 yr $40M

I basically like 3 of these moves for the Bears and basically don't like the other 3. What it comes down to is that I think that 3 of these guys are good players (Thuney, Dalman, Gordon) and the other 3 are averageish players (Jackson, Odeyingbo, Jarrett). Though the Thuney trade is borderline if they don't extend him, because $16M plus a 4th round pick is a lot to give for one season.

Mostly agree with you. I like Thuney/Dalman, indifferent to Gordon/Jarrett (not sure if declining or just bad for with Raheem, was still good in 2022-2023) not a fan of Odeyingbo/Jackson (would have rather kept Jenkins considering he is better when healthy and cost 13 million/year less)

It's going to be Stewart or Warren based on Halas Hall visits.

I'm going to lose it if they draft Stewart at 10. I'd hate it a lot less if they traded down.

Agree. Would be a big reach. Rather have Mykell Williams than Stewart.

Maybe just me, but I hate EDGE at #10 no matter who it is. After Carter I don't see any real difference between #10 and #39, which could be Nic Scourton or Landon Jackson.

 

[nirad3]

I know this may change post-draft, considering all of the Jeanty talk, but what's everyone's opinion on Roschan Johnson's role in the offense going to be? Is he going to be the "David Montgomery" back? Is it foolish to assume Ben Johnson is going to directly mirror what he did in Detroit with the offensive weapons?

 

[Sunday Gravy]

Kyler Gordon is the Bears' 6th big signing this offseason, all for between $13M-$18M/yr. By APY:

$17.5M/yr G Jonah Jackson, Trade+Extension, 3 yr $52.5M
$16M/yr G Joe Thuney, Trade, 1 yr $16M
$16M/yr DE Dayo Odeyingbo, FA, $3 yr $48M
$14.3M/yr DT Grady Jarrett, FA, 3 yr $42.8M
$14M/yr C Drew Dalman, FA, 3 yr $42M
$13.3M/yr SCB Kyler Gordon, Extension, 3 yr $40M

I basically like 3 of these moves for the Bears and basically don't like the other 3. What it comes down to is that I think that 3 of these guys are good players (Thuney, Dalman, Gordon) and the other 3 are averageish players (Jackson, Odeyingbo, Jarrett). Though the Thuney trade is borderline if they don't extend him, because $16M plus a 4th round pick is a lot to give for one season.

Mostly agree with you. I like Thuney/Dalman, indifferent to Gordon/Jarrett (not sure if declining or just bad for with Raheem, was still good in 2022-2023) not a fan of Odeyingbo/Jackson (would have rather kept Jenkins considering he is better when healthy and cost 13 million/year less)

It's going to be Stewart or Warren based on Halas Hall visits.

I'm going to lose it if they draft Stewart at 10. I'd hate it a lot less if they traded down.

Agree. Would be a big reach. Rather have Mykell Williams than Stewart.

Maybe just me, but I hate EDGE at #10 no matter who it is. After Carter I don't see any real difference between #10 and #39, which could be Nic Scourton or Landon Jackson.

Yeah I'm pretty much with you on that.

 

[Sunday Gravy]

I know this may change post-draft, considering all of the Jeanty talk, but what's everyone's opinion on Roschan Johnson's role in the offense going to be? Is he going to be the "David Montgomery" back? Is it foolish to assume Ben Johnson is going to directly mirror what he did in Detroit with the offensive weapons?

I've seen nothing out of him that leads me to believe he can be anything close to Montgomery.

 

[travdogg]

I know this may change post-draft, considering all of the Jeanty talk, but what's everyone's opinion on Roschan Johnson's role in the offense going to be? Is he going to be the "David Montgomery" back? Is it foolish to assume Ben Johnson is going to directly mirror what he did in Detroit with the offensive weapons?

I've seen nothing out of him that leads me to believe he can be anything close to Montgomery.

Could be a bold take, but I seriously wonder if Roschon is on the roster bubble.

 

[nirad3]

I know this may change post-draft, considering all of the Jeanty talk, but what's everyone's opinion on Roschan Johnson's role in the offense going to be? Is he going to be the "David Montgomery" back? Is it foolish to assume Ben Johnson is going to directly mirror what he did in Detroit with the offensive weapons?

I've seen nothing out of him that leads me to believe he can be anything close to Montgomery.

I don't know, from what I've seen there've been flashes. Could he be Montgomery-esque? That's the question.

 

[nirad3]

I know this may change post-draft, considering all of the Jeanty talk, but what's everyone's opinion on Roschan Johnson's role in the offense going to be? Is he going to be the "David Montgomery" back? Is it foolish to assume Ben Johnson is going to directly mirror what he did in Detroit with the offensive weapons?

I've seen nothing out of him that leads me to believe he can be anything close to Montgomery.

Could be a bold take, but I seriously wonder if Roschon is on the roster bubble.

If he's on the roster bubble then I don't see how the Bears pass on a back in the first few rounds. I don't think Swift can carry the load.

 

[Max Power]

I know this may change post-draft, considering all of the Jeanty talk, but what's everyone's opinion on Roschan Johnson's role in the offense going to be? Is he going to be the "David Montgomery" back? Is it foolish to assume Ben Johnson is going to directly mirror what he did in Detroit with the offensive weapons?

Hard to say with Roschan as he's never been a consistent part of the gameplan. I liked what I saw his rookie year for a couple games before his first concussion. He has never looked the same to me since. He's stiff and lacks big play burst, but he does a decent job getting the tough yards when needed. Last year's interior OL was terrible, so its hard to really say what Roschan is at this point.

Obviously, the Bears have improved a lot at Guard and Center this offseason and that should in theory help Roschan's chances to make an impact, but he is nowhere near the talent of Montgomery.

I don't think Ben Johnson wants to mirror Detroits offensive weapons, but he will stick with what he likes... Under center, play action passing. I think there is a chance Roschan can do enough to remain a regular in the backfield rotation.

 

[InDitkaWeTrust]

I'm kinda surprised the Bears haven't brought in Nick Chubb for at least a look.

 

[menobrown]

I'm kinda surprised the Bears haven't brought in Nick Chubb for at least a look.

I think Monday after the draft dudes like him and Dobbins can be signed and not impact comp pick formula. But then again for the amount of their contract hard to see them having a big impact if signed now so makes me think teams view them more in the "if we strike out at RB" we'll check in with you camp.

 

[menobrown]

I know this may change post-draft, considering all of the Jeanty talk, but what's everyone's opinion on Roschan Johnson's role in the offense going to be? Is he going to be the "David Montgomery" back? Is it foolish to assume Ben Johnson is going to directly mirror what he did in Detroit with the offensive weapons?

In an unrelated note I was looking at a tweet someone sent yesterday of RB 10 yard split time from the past 3 RB draft classed and the only RB in that group who was a disappointment/bust was Roschon. Maybe Trey Benson if you want to include him. Hard to believe he has the same 10 yard split time as Gibbs, their burst looks totally different.

But no I don't think Roschon will be David Montgomery or they plan for a role for him as top two RB.

I find your last question interesting because I do think if they don't go RB in round one, that if Henderson is available in round 2 they will jump on him. In that sense they'd have an offense that features two players in Swift and Henderson with more similar skill sets then Gibbs and Monty. For now anyway.

 

[Max Power]

LB TJ Edwards extended for 2 years.

 

[Snotbubbles]

There was a report I read this morning that Chicago was looking into trading up for Jeanty. I wish I could remember where I saw it (I copied the link, but it cut off the first half).
If they really like him, I'm ok moving up a bit, but I hope they don't break the bank.

If it was the same one I saw, it was a trade up from 10 to 5 with jacksonville. It was light on details, but the gist was #10, a 2025 2nd, and a 26 day 2 pick for #5.

I think I'd rather stay at 10 and pick Hampton if we're so desperate to get another RB.

2 2nd rounders is too rich for Jeanty in my opinion. If it were Hunter or Carter than sure, but RB is really deep. Personally, if not Jeanty, I'd rather wait until round 3 and nab Skattebo or Sampson.

God no. If they don't get Jeanty, one of the OSU RBs or Hampton, I'm good with a vet who gets cut after the draft. Skattebo especially I don't like.
If they don't trade 10, I'm perfectly good with them taking bpa there, a RB at their first second rounder (as long as it's one of the four I mentioned) and a o or d lineman and their second 2nd rounder.

I mean, I'd love to take a cheap 1-year flier on Nick Chubb, but I haven't heard a peep about him since FA started.

Why don't you like Skattebo or Sampson?

At this point, Chubb isn't any better than RBs already on the Bears roster.

 

[ZWK]

I don't like the TJ Edwards extension (reported as 2 yr $20M for 2026-2027).

He was a great signing 2 years ago, but he had a down year in 2024 (PFF had him as their 54th highest graded LB, after being top 12 each year from 2021-2023) and he'll be 29 years old this season. I would've rather let him play out his contract this year, and then only try to extend him if he has a bounce-back.

Contract details aren't out yet. It's less bad if it's just 1 guaranteed year ($10M for 2026 gtd, $10M team option for 2027).

There are generally pretty good LBs available in free agency for not too much money, like Edwards & Okereke two years ago ($6.5M-$10M/yr) or Dre Greenlaw & Robert Spillane this year ($11M/yr). Or you can find an adequate stopgap starter for cheap, like Cody Barton or Akeem Davis-Gaither this year ($3.5M-$5M/yr). So there's much less advantage in locking a player in early at LB, when it's this easy to replace him.

 

[travdogg]

I don't like the TJ Edwards extension (reported as 2 yr $20M for 2026-2027).

He was a great signing 2 years ago, but he had a down year in 2024 (PFF had him as their 54th highest graded LB, after being top 12 each year from 2021-2023) and he'll be 29 years old this season. I would've rather let him play out his contract this year, and then only try to extend him if he has a bounce-back.

Contract details aren't out yet. It's less bad if it's just 1 guaranteed year ($10M for 2026 gtd, $10M team option for 2027).

There are generally pretty good LBs available in free agency for not too much money, like Edwards & Okereke two years ago ($6.5M-$10M/yr) or Dre Greenlaw & Robert Spillane this year ($11M/yr). Or you can find an adequate stopgap starter for cheap, like Cody Barton or Akeem Davis-Gaither this year ($3.5M-$5M/yr). So there's much less advantage in locking a player in early at LB, when it's this easy to replace him.

In Edwards defense, he was much better before Eberflus was fired and the entire defense fell apart.

I still think Edwards is a pretty good starting LB. I think he's better than Spillane, and light years ahead of Davis-Gaither or Barton who I would call liabilites as starters. He's not as good as a healthy Greenlaw, I'll concede that.

 

[Encyclopedia Brown]

Ben Johnson looks like he could be a decent middle reliever:https://x.com/WatchMarquee/status/1913656889180594494

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