The Chicago Bears enter the upcoming NFL offseason with significant resources, making it challenging for them to falter. This mock draft suggests they have the potential to make a remarkable turnaround in 2024, holding valuable draft picks and favorable cap space.
The ongoing debate about Justin Fields is deemed obsolete, with the recommendation to prioritize drafting Caleb Williams as a generational quarterback. The suggestion extends to considering a trade involving Justin Fields after the 2024 NFL Draft to enhance the team’s draft capital.
The mock draft outlines a strategic plan for the Bears’ future success:
1. **1st Overall Pick: Caleb Williams, QB, USC**
– Regarded as the best quarterback in the 2024 class, Williams is projected to be a week one starter, providing a significant upgrade in quarterback production. General Manager Ryan Poles is advised to reset at QB with Williams.
2. **15th Overall Pick: Rome Odunze, WR, Washington**
– Opting to trade down, the Bears still secure one of the top wide receiver prospects in the draft, Rome Odunze. This move complements the existing talent, forming a potent wide receiver duo with DJ Moore and adding to the strength of the skill players, including tight end Cole Kmet.
While trade offers may be entertained, the mock draft sets a positive trajectory for the Bears, positioning them for a promising future and potential playoff contention in 2024.