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The best case scenario for the Chicago Bears in the NFL Draft is that all of their top targets are still on the board when Ryan Poles is on the clock with the 10th pick. It's not unrealistic, and it would be a good problem to have. Plus, we check in on Caleb Williams' latest comments to Esquire Magazine about his rookie season and Matt Eberflus. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://w...

The worst case scenario for the Chicago Bears in the NFL Draft is that all of their top targets are off of the board before the 10th pick and no one wants to trade up. The good news is, Ryan Poles will still be able to land a solid player in the first round, even if its not the ideal player or the preferred spot to draft them. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chan...

The top prospects in the NFL Draft aren't likely to fall to the Chicago Bears with the 10th overall pick, but you can find scenarios where specific players drop. We take a look at what it would take for Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham, Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, Penn State tight end Tyler Warren and offensive linemen Will Campbell and Armand Membou to drop in the draft for Ryan...

Ben Johnson delivered his first speech to the Chicago Bears players, and he made it clear they're ready to do more than just win. He wants his team to send a message to their opponents, and his message resonated with team leaders like Caleb Williams and Jaylon Johnson. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitt...

The betting win total for the Chicago Bears this season was set at over/under 8.5 wins on Fanduel. Expectations for Ben Johnson's first season are rising even higher. Finishing under .500 might feel like a disappointment, but we also shouldn't expect the team to push double-digit wins and take the NFC North in year one. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX...

The Chicago Bears' plans in the NFL Draft could get thrown off by who the New England Patriots take with the 4th overall pick and what team drafts Colorado QB Shadeur Sanders. Plus, the draft has a number of polarizing prospects that could go as high as the Top 10 or fall into the 20s and shape who could be available for Ryan Poles at No. 10. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www....

Ashton Jeanty is clearly the top running back in the NFL Draft, but the Chicago Bears can find plenty of other talented runners for Ben Johnson in this draft class. We go through the top scheme fits, late-round sleepers and other options  for Ryan Poles not named Jeanty. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twi...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the Tush Push debate at the NFL Annual Meeting, which NFL teams improved their stock the most this offseason, and their bold predictions for the 2025 NFL Draft. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What...

The Chicago Bears could have their choice of the top offensive linemen in the NFL Draft, but which one is the better fit: LSU's Will Campbell or Missouri's Armand Membou? We look at the pros and cons of each prospect and how they compare as fits in the Bears offensive line under Ben Johnson. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow...

Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles both talked about how the upcoming NFL Draft doesn't have many top players, and the Chicago Bears may miss out with the 10th overall pick. Trading down sounds like a strong option, if another team is willing to move up. Plus, we heard their assessments of the Bears left tackles, and a new approach to evaluating Caleb Williams. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: h...

Ben Johnson is on board with the Chicago Bears taking a running back early in the NFL Draft, and arm length won't scare them off of an offensive line prospect. The head coach shared his draft takes in a series of interviews at the NFL owners meetings, giving us hints about how the team feels about Ashton Jeanty, Will Campbell and Tyler Warren. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www...

If the Chicago Bears want to add a clear upgrade over left tackle Braxton Jones, they're only going to find it in the first round. Ben Johnson's offense will be just fine if Jones is the starter once again, but upgrading the offensive line is never a bad idea. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https...

The Chicago Bears could trade up from the 10th overall pick to make sure they land one of the top prospects in the NFL Draft. It could cost a lot to get up near the top five, but Ryan Poles has an extra second-round pick to at his disposal to make a move. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://tw...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses whether or not tight end or running back possesses the best overall positional value in the 2025 NFL Draft and what position groups teams should avoid. Plus, Russell Wilson has landed with the New York Giants. Does this eliminate them from taking a quarterback in the draft? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, creat...

Chicago Bears fans would like to see the team trade down in the first round of the NFL Draft, but Ryan Poles isn't in a great spot to strike a deal. There aren't many players teams would want to trade to the 10th pick for, and teams won't have much urgency to trade up that far. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears...

The Chicago Bears could find that the best player available on their NFL Draft board in the first round is a cornerback or safety. Neither is a big need on the roster, but Dennis Allen can find significant playing time at either position for a top quality rookie. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: ht...

The NFL Draft is less than a month away, so we're ranking the Top 10 prospects for the Chicago Bears for the 10th overall pick and putting together a big board. The Bears' board will look different than the consensus top draft boards, given where the roster sits now. The hardest part is figuring out where to slot Ashton Jeanty. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cha...

Tight end isn't a huge need for the Chicago Bears, but if Penn State TE Tyler Warren is the best player available when Ryan Poles is on the clock, he could be tempted to add another weapon. It's not a knock on Cole Kmet. It would just give Ben Johnson more flexibility to get creative with his offensive personnel. But is a tight end worth the 10th overall pick? - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on You...

The Chicago Bears are in a position where they can afford to draft a running back like Ashton Jeanty with their first round pick. Is he worth it? Jeanty is clearly the best running back in the NFL Draft, but that doesn't mean it's automatically good value for Ryan Poles to take him with the 10th overall pick. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses some of the latest rule change proposals submitted by the Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, and other teams. Plus, they discuss the latest on the Aaron Rodgers, Minnesota Vikings saga, and which position group would have been a better selection for the Netflix series Quarterback. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app,...

The Chicago Bears signed former Pro Bowl returner Devin Duvernay to add some juice to their special teams. He has a strong record as a punt returner, but his results on kickoffs have left some to be desired. We look at how he fits into the Bears' wide receiver depth chart and who else could be in the mix for the return game competition. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtub...

As buzz around Ashton Jeanty heats up, Chicago Bears fans are debating how much of a need the running back position is for Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams.  D'Andre Swift had a disappointing 2024 season, but he's still a talented RB. The real need for an upgrade is behind him on the depth chart, where Roschon Johnson currently sits as the No. 2. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://ww...

The Chicago Bears have three good receivers, two good running backs and a quality tight end with a veteran backup. Is that enough for an offensive mind as smart Ben Johnson and a quarterback as talented as Caleb Williams? Note: This episode was recorded before the Bears re-signed running back Travis Homer. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1...

The Chicago Bears signed three former Atlanta Falcons in free agency with center Drew Dalman, defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus. Aaron Freeman from Locked on Falcons joins us to break down why Atlanta let each player go and what we can expect from them in Chicago. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Fo...

Chicago Bears center Drew Dalman is going to make Caleb Williams job easier, not just with better blocking but everything he can do before the snap. Dalman and Ben Johnson explained how the relationship between center and quarterback will lighten Williams load. And Ryan Poles shared where free agent Dayo Odeyingbo fits into the Bears pass rush plans for 2025. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouT...