By way of a trade ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears currently hold the rights to the Nos. 1 and 4 overall selections in the 2024 NFL Draft entering their Week 12 matchup with the Minnesota Vikings, according to Tankathon.
The Carolina Panthers, who moved up to No. 1 overall in 2023 for the right to select quarterback Bryce Young, started the season 0-6 and currently have the worst record in the NFL at 1-10. They lead the Arizona Cardinals by a half game and the New England Patriots by a full game for that title, and the Bears are a game behind that. It’s still possible for Chicago to get the top-two picks.
If that scenario were to play out, what should Chicago do with those selections?
Considering the talent expected to be available and the positions usually taken that early in the draft, Chicago is probably looking at a quarterback, offensive tackle, or maybe a wide receiver — or to trade down and acquire more draft picks. The play of Justin Fields, who has been up and down (and injured) this season, will ultimately determine whether they’d take USC quarterback Caleb Williams No. 1 overall or trade down.
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Author : Josh Edwards
Publish date : 2023-11-27 22:51:04
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