Chicago Bears: Three-Round 2017 NFL Mock Draft
By Erik Lambert
The Chicago Bears have a chance to really give their young roster a boost in 2017. Provided they get it right. Does this late NFL mock draft reflect it?
A few things to keep in mind. Everybody knows what the primary needs are, but needs can’t always be met through the draft. Better players might be available at given times. The crop of college prospects might be weak at those positions. Or free agency could’ve filled certain holes. At the end of the days it’s key to remember the draft is about acquiring the best possible talent that can help turn the Bears into a contender.
DE. Alabama. Jonathan Allen . 1. player. 57. Most people will be screaming for a cornerback or a safety at this point. Look there is no doubt the Bears could use more help in their secondary, but players at those positions almost never go top 5 in a draft. They would have to be very special. While the 2017 class has tons of talent in those areas, there are no superstars. Ryan Pace said his first obligation is to get the best players available, even if it might not be at a position of need. <p>Jonathan Allen is without question one of the top talents in the draft. The Alabama defensive end is a physical force. He brings the size and power to stop the run but hides a good degree of burst and quickness that makes him a consistent pass rusher. Blockers don’t enjoy going against him for 60 minutes because he’s going to get them at least 2-3 times a game. Imagine putting him on a front with Leonard Floyd, Pernell McPhee, Willie Young, Akiem Hicks and Eddie Goldman. Exactly.</p>