Chicago Bears 2017 NFL Mock Draft: Go Big Or Go Home

2. player. 57. Rumors have really picked up around what the Chicago Bears are going to do at quarterback. One would expect them to look at the draft to solve such a problem, but it’s never that easy. They sit in an awkward position. Not only are two teams with huge QB needs ahead of them in the top five picks, there is also the reality that all four of the best quarterbacks in this class could be long gone even before the second round begins. <p>That is likely why the Bears have since been connected to New England Patriots backup Jimmy Garoppolo. A trade for him makes so much sense. He’s an Illinois native, learned under an all-time great in Tom Brady and is just 25-years old. Bringing him home to take over the Bears could be the move that jumpstarts the next era for this franchise. He’s got good size, mobility, a strong arm and a lightning quick release with almost pinpoint accuracy.</p>. QB. New England. Jimmy Garoppolo