Chicago Bears 2017 NFL Mock Draft: Go Big Or Go Home
By Erik Lambert
![Sep 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) celebrates with fans as he leaves the field after defeating the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Cardinals 23-21. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Sep 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) celebrates with fans as he leaves the field after defeating the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Cardinals 23-21. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/606a1fc95bbc9bd100ad0fcdb719d44db7ad78ff16714cca70949c74dfa35dd5.jpg)
4th Round
Sometimes life can be pretty cruel to a player but generous to a team. Jake Butt is a perfect example. The Michigan tight end looked like he was a destined to be a lock for the top 50 picks. Instead a poorly-timed knee injury in the Orange Bowl put his stock in serious flux. Odds are teams won’t want to risk a pick on him too early. Thus he could very easily fall to early Day 3 where the Bears eagerly pounce. If he heals properly, they’ve just solved a huge issue at tight end.. TE. Michigan. Jake Butt . 4. player. 57
4th Round (via BUF)
57. The Bears are going to be hunting for plenty of help at the cornerback position. Odds are free agency will be a major source, but don’t expect them to ignore a strong draft class as well. Dwayne Thomas is lost in the shadow of teammate Tre’Davious White, but LSU is a factory for quality corners. Thomas isn’t getting much attention due to his modest production but the tape reveals a corner with size and range who can play inside or outside.. CB. LSU. Dwayne Thomas . 5. player