Chicago Bears: Ideal Draft Picks for Each Position of Need
Published by Matt Eurich on January 15, 2015
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Chicago Bears
When new general manager Ryan Pace took to the podium for the first time late last week, he made it very clear he wants to build the Chicago Bears through the draft.
“The recipe to winning Super Bowls is stringing successful drafts together again and again,” Pace said, per the Chicago Tribune.
Former general manager Phil Emery had a knack for going against the grain and selecting high-upside athletes instead of nabbing players who best fit the organization. Pace made it clear last Friday he will not take the same approach, saying:
We are not just collecting athletes. We are acquiring football players that fit the Chicago Bears. There will be a major emphasis on character, toughness, instincts and intelligence. Guys, it’s all about winning games and that’s what I’m here to do. Every decision we make goes back to what’s best for this organization. It’s as simple as that.
With the Bears holding the No. 7 pick in this year’s draft, Pace should have an opportunity to choose from a plethora of talented players who would be ideal fits in Chicago.
The Bears need help on both sides of the football, and they could look in the first round to address needs at safety, defensive end or outside linebacker.
Here are our ideal draft picks for each position of need in the first round for the Chicago Bears.
