What this free agency means for the Bears NFL draft

 This has been a hot start to free agency, particularly for the Chicago Bears. In the last two weeks, they have added three starting offensive linemen (one of which is Drew Dalman, whom I said I thought they would sign last week). Other than the new starting center Dalman, they have added starting left guard Joe Thuney, starting defensive tackle Grady Jarett, and starting defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo. This is a monstrous start to free agency, with the draft still being underway. Personally, I would not have signed Odeyingbo, I would have went with Khalil Mack, Josh Sweat, or Joey Bosa. After signing one of these experienced ends, I would then draft an end with my pick. The Bears bet on Odeyingbo getting better, and hopefully it is right. The Bears are in a good spot in the draft, not really needing one position especially bad. 

With that being said, the Bears will probably pick a left tackle or Ashton Jeanty if he is available. I don't love the idea of picking Jeanty, and it is nothing against his play, but it is so easy to find great value with running backs later in the draft. I think if the Bears pick Jeanty he will be very good in this offense, and the offense could be elevated, but picking a left tackle instead of sticking with Braxton Jones is the right move. If the Bears are actually good, this could be one of their few chances to add a premier position through the draft with their pick, and they need to take advantage of it. I would be happy with either Kelvin Banks Jr., Will Campbell, or Armand Membou. They were all elite in college, showing elite ability to pass and run block. 

Having most of their premier positions filled, this leaves the Bears with a little room to work later in the draft. Having Caleb Williams on a rookie deal has left them room to sign big free agents, so their time to win is soon. The best move for them is to pick up depth in their offensive and defensive lines, while also adding some skill positions. The running back room is going to change, and that is good. Other than that, there is a need for a speed wide receiver, which is easy to find late in the draft. 

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  1. Jessica CibulkaMarch 19, 2025 at 10:12 PM

    I appreciate you explaining this to me, because I barely know anything about sports. I hope that you get the draft pick that you're hoping for.

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