Introduction to the NFL Draft
With the upcoming NFL Draft class thought to be deep in second-tier prospects, Bears general manager Ryan Poles said Tuesday he expects teams to make a lot of trades in the first and second rounds.
Expectations for the Draft
“This one is gonna be a little wild, but we’re prepared for all the scenarios that will pop up,” he said. He added that there are a “lot of phone calls going on right now” and he anticipates “a lot more movement than there has been in the past.”
Bears’ Draft Picks
The Bears have seven picks in the draft. After the high-value selections at Nos. 10, 39 and 41 overall, they have a pick in the third round (No. 72), one in the fifth (No. 148) and two in the seventh (Nos. 233 and 240).
Origin of the Bears’ Picks
Most of those are their own selections, though the second-rounder at No. 39 is from the Panthers because of the 2023 trade, No. 233 is from the Bengals for Khalil Herbert last year and No. 240 came from the Browns (originally belonging to the Vikings) as part of the deal to acquire defensive tackle Chris Williams.
Conclusion
The upcoming NFL Draft promises to be an exciting and unpredictable event, with Bears general manager Ryan Poles anticipating a high level of trade activity. With seven picks at their disposal, the Bears are well-positioned to make some moves and strengthen their roster.
FAQs
Q: How many picks do the Bears have in the draft?
A: The Bears have seven picks in the draft.
Q: What are the Bears’ high-value selections?
A: The Bears have high-value selections at Nos. 10, 39 and 41 overall.
Q: Where did the Bears get their second-rounder at No. 39?
A: The Bears got their second-rounder at No. 39 from the Panthers because of the 2023 trade.
Q: What can we expect from the upcoming NFL Draft?
A: The upcoming NFL Draft is expected to be "a little wild" with a lot of trades in the first and second rounds.
