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2016 NFL Draft Midseason Grades For Every 1st Round Pick

By Erik Lambert

Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 20, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is sacked by Chicago Bears linebacker Leonard Floyd (94) during the second quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 20, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is sacked by Chicago Bears linebacker Leonard Floyd (94) during the second quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports /

Chicago Bears

Top Pick:  Leonard Floyd, OLB, Georgia

The start of the season was a frustrating one for the Bears’ 1st round pick. Nagging injuries set him back constantly and it showed in his uneven play. For every decent moment he had a few forgettable ones. Some were starting to think he was a bust after missing two games with a calf problem. Then he sacked Aaron Rodgers twice, forced a fumble and scored a touchdown on Thursday Night Football. Then he delivered another sack against Minnesota the next week So it’s clear the talent is validated. Now he must find the consistency.

Grade:  B-

Hidden Gem:  Jordan Howard, RB, Indiana

The running game for Chicago was in shambles during the first few games of the season. Injuries and poor player were rampant. Somebody was desperately needed to help balance the offense. In came Jordan Howard, the teams’ 5th round pick. He immediately rushes for 100 yards in back-to-back games and was instrumental in both of their wins season. No doubt he has a promising future as the primary bell cow in that backfield.

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