Bears Reportedly Set Sights on This Prospect for 9th Overall Pick
The Chicago Bears have a pivotal decision to make with their two first-round picks in the 2024 NFL Draft, and speculation is rampant. With a near certainty that they'll select a quarterback first, all eyes are on what will happen with their 9th overall pick. The air of mystery only thickens as General Manager Ryan Poles has been tight-lipped about the direction the team will take. While some insiders insist the team might opt for a wide receiver, other needs such as offensive line, pass rusher, or trading down to amass more picks have been touted.
In a twist, NFL insiders on Twitter have shared a potential leak suggesting the Bears are eyeing Alabama's standout Dallas Turner. Known for their precision in past leaks, these sources hint that the Bears may be planning to emulate the drafting strategy of the Houston Texans, aiming for both top offensive and defensive players.
Skepticism abounds, but there's a thread of truth to be pulled on. Recently, the Bears aired the first episode of their 1920 Football Drive series, where Poles was caught praising a player during the scouting combine. The clip in question ended with Poles remarking, "If he's there, we'll take him," during defensive line drills. This has led many to conclude that Dallas Turner is the prospect in question, especially since Turner, known for his blistering speed and natural edge-rushing prowess, fits the Bears' search for a speed rusher to pair with Montez Sweat.
Turner's ten sacks in the last season only add to his appeal, signaling that he might be the next in line of Alabama's NFL-caliber pass rushers. If Turner is still on the board when the Bears pick at number 9 and no trade offers are tabled, it seems the Bears could feel compelled to snag him, bolstering a defense that needs to contend with the offensive powerhouses within their division. The Bears' interest in Turner is logical, as pairing him with Sweat could prove to be a formidable defensive strategy. This approach has served teams like Houston well, and Chicago could be looking to replicate that success.
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14 AVRIL | 42 ANSWERS Bears Reportedly Set Sights on This Prospect for 9th Overall Pick Should the Bears draft Dallas Turner at #9 | ||
| Yes | 18 | 42.9 % |
| No | 24 | 57.1 % |
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