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Arkansas State cornerback Leon Jones celebrates after a key defensive stop last season.

The Cornerback Named as Bears Undrafted Player to Watch

According to Pro Football Focus, Leon Jones of Arkansas State is the player from the Bears to watch in an article citing top UDFAs from every team.

Gene Chamberlain
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Arkansas State cornerback Leon Jones celebrates after a key defensive stop last season.

The Cornerback Named as Bears Undrafted Player to Watch

According to Pro Football Focus, Leon Jones of Arkansas State is the player from the Bears to watch in an article citing top UDFAs from every team.

Gene Chamberlain
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Mar 14, 2024; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears safety Kevin Byard speaks during a press

Bears Signing of Kevin Byard Labeled Worst of Free Agency

A debate for CBS Sports determined the signing of safety Kevin Byard as Eddie Jackson's replacement will work out poorly for Chicago.

Gene Chamberlain
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Roschon Johnson's potential has barely been touched and combined with Khalil Herbert and D'Andre Swift the Bears backfield looks dangerous.

Bears Running Back Group Rates Among NFL's Best Says Insider

Analysis: It's not exactly the age of the running back in the NFL but at least one insider thinks the Bears have a group of rushing threats ranked in the top three.

Gene Chamberlain
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Caleb Williams' status among QB prospects over two decades is lofty according to SI's Albert Breer.

Caleb Williams 'Bucket List' Ranking Among the Drafted QBs

SI.com's Albert Breer compares Caleb Williams to the other QB draft prospects since he began covering the NFL and puts him in one of two upper echelons.

Gene Chamberlain
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Caleb Williams starts out well down the list in the first of the major preseason quarterback rankings to come out for 2024.
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Where Caleb Williams Sits in First NFL QB Rankings

Analysis: Early QB rankings are coming out and include those who haven't played a down in the NFL, such as Bears No. 1 draft pick overall Caleb Williams.

Gene Chamberlain
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Tyson Bagent scrambles for yardage in a win over Carolina last year. It's safet to assume he'll have a battle to keep backup QB.
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Finding False Assumptions Over Bears Depth Chart and Roster

Center, wide receiver, cornerback, backup QB and even long snapper are positions where it's not safe to assume anything about the Bears depth chart or roster.

Gene Chamberlain
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Calais Campbell trying to corner Justin Fields last year in a 37-17 Bears win.

What Diminished Defensive Line Market Can Still Offer Bears

The time for slim pickings is long gone and the Bears might be best off just bringing back Yannick Ngakoue, although there are a few other free agent edge or tackle options of interest.

Gene Chamberlain
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If the Bears want wins by Caleb Williams next year, history says they need him dropping back to pass less.

What Bears Really Need for Wins in Caleb Williams' Rookie Year

History says the balance the Bears have assembled on offense behind Caleb Williams hasn't really been what lets rookie quarterbacks win enough games to make the playoffs.

Gene Chamberlain
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Teammates only say good things about Caleb Williams, which leads some scouts to wonder why they can't get dirt on him.
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Significance of Anonymous Scouts' comments on Caleb Williams

Analysis: Unnamed scouts have said plenty about Caleb Williams in recently posted articles and here's what it all means.

Gene Chamberlain
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Ryan Poles would ultimately have to refuse a trade conjured up by NFL.com even though it's for a bushel of draft picks now and in the future.
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An Offer Ryan Poles Would Have to Refuse If It Was Real

Analysis: A fake trade proposal by NFL.com by the Bears with Kansas City wouldn't be of benefit to Chicago's current roster.

Gene Chamberlain
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Rome Odunze attracts a Michigan crowd in the national title game.
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Mel Kiper Explains Best Two Paths Bears Can Take in Draft

Speaking on AM-1000's Waddle & Silvy Show, ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. sees two paths the Bears can take with their second pick in Round 1.

Gene Chamberlain
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Byron Murphy II is the second first-round choice for the Bears in two mock drafts, including one by NFL scouts.
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The Surprise Bears Second Pick Who Is Gaining Momentum

Two mock drafts have elevated defensive tackle as a need and found one for the Bears with their second pick in the draft.

Gene Chamberlain
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Kansas State's Austin Booker moves in for a sack against Kansas.
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Bears Take a Look at Edge Rush Possibilities After Day 1

The Bears will have edge Austin Booker of Kansas at Halas Hall to close out top 30 visits, a pick that could go along with a wide receiver in Round 1.

Gene Chamberlain
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Thinking Marvin Harrison Jr. tanked to try to get to the Bears instead of playing in Arizona are comical.
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Rumors Marvin Harrison Jr. Tanked to Join Bears Are Comical

Analysis: A rumor Marvin Harrison Jr. tried to tank his own draft position to be on the Bears with Caleb Williams might be the biggest conspiracy farce in NFL history.

Gene Chamberlain
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Khalil Herbert has some impressive statistics but lack of durability and his contract status in Year 4 could make him trade bait.
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Bears Most Likely to Be Involved in Draft Day Trades

Analysis: The Bears have a few players who meet criteria for being trade bait. Here's a ranking and chances of happening.

Gene Chamberlain
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Bears QB coach Kerry Joseph shares some thoughts with Caleb Williams during the combine.
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Two Months Later Merril Hoge Still Down on Caleb Williams

Analysis: Two months ago at the Super Bowl Merril Hoge warned the Bears against taking Caleb Williams, and he's still at it.

Gene Chamberlain
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Khalil Herbert tries to elude the grasp of Detroit's Derrick Barnes last season.
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The Sharper Way to Figure Out Severity of Bears' Schedule?

What an alternative way of determining strength of schedule shows for the Bears' slate of opponents in 2024.

Gene Chamberlain
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Caleb Williams would join Rome Odunze in Chicago on draft day in many mocks but the lean to offense would cause a big Bears problem.
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Why Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze Projections Mean Trouble

Analysis: Chicago Bears mock drafts for Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze take them down slippery slope to a struggling pass rush again.

Gene Chamberlain
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The spring work done at Halas Hall is limited to strength and conditioning. Only strength and conditioning coaches are allowed on the field for the first phase.
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Grind Begins for Bears with Return for Conditioning Work

The Bears returned Monday to Halas Hall for the offseason conditioning program prior to the start of OTAs.

Gene Chamberlain
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The Notre Dame game does not define Justin Fields, says Phil Simms.
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What Phil Simms Says Separates Caleb Williams from Other QBs

Former Giants QB says revisionists favoring Jayden Daniels as the draft's best QB are incorrect and applauds the Bears' decision to cut ties with Justin Fields.

Gene Chamberlain
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Laiatu Latu is a pass rusher of high quality who the Bears could land if they moved back into the middle of Round 1.
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Chicago Bears Mock Draft 5.1 for BearDigest

Another look at BearDigest mock draft 5.0 but with an emphasis this time on getting an edge rusher and trading back at No. 9.

Gene Chamberlain
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Troy Fautanu tries to clear the way for Washington. His  skills as a tackle could lead to playing guard in the NFL.
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The Factors Pointing Toward Bears Trade Back From No. 9

Analysis: The point where the Bears select, players most likely to be available there, and predraft preparation indcate possible trade back more and more every day.

Gene Chamberlain
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Caleb Williams is a QB the fans can get behind and relate to, but will the Bears let it all happen?
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Caleb Williams Already Winning Over Bears Fans on Social Media

Besides being one of the more talented quarterbacks the Bears have ever drafted, Caleb Williams might be the one with the most personality—at least after he act

Gene Chamberlain
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Dallas Turner could help the Bears meet a goal as the best all-around pass rusher in this draft.
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Building the Perfect 2024 Chicago Bears Draft

An ideal Chicago Bears draft looks like one difficult to achieve considering what must be accomplished with so few picks.

Gene Chamberlain
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Caleb Williams gets congratulations for a touchdown pass heading off the field last season.
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One View Counters Idea Caleb Williams Hasn't Faced Adversity

While some analysts have questioned whether Caleb Williams has faced the proper amount of perceived adversity in college, another former NFL and college player

Gene Chamberlain
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