Top All-Time Bears Draft Picks by Selection in the 2024 NFL Draft
As the 2024 NFL draft approaches, the Chicago Bears, under the leadership of General Manager Ryan Poles, are positioned for an impactful selection process aimed at bolstering their roster for future success.
Holding the prestigious No. 1 pick for the second consecutive year�this time courtesy of a trade with the Carolina Panthers�the Bears plan to utilize this opportunity to draft standout prospect Caleb Williams, deciding against any trades to move down in the draft order.
Despite having only four draft picks, all of which fall within the first four rounds (including two top-10 selections), Poles is poised to make significant additions. This strategy focuses on acquiring top talent rather than amassing a higher quantity of picks, allowing the Bears to potentially secure several impactful players early on.
A look back at the Bears' historic picks for their upcoming selections in the 2024 draft reveals some interesting insights:
The No. 1 pick (acquired from Carolina) recalls HB Bob Fenimore from 1947. Despite a brief career marked by injury, Fenimore's selection is noteworthy, although Caleb Williams is anticipated to quickly surpass this historical footnote.
The Bears' most distinguished No. 9 selection is LB Brian Urlacher, who was picked in 2000. Urlacher's illustrious 13-year career with the Bears included eight Pro Bowl appearances, four First-Team All-Pro honors, and induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, making him a legendary figure in franchise history.
For the 75th pick, DB Major Wright, chosen in 2010, stands out as a valuable player who contributed significantly during his tenure with the team, highlighting his selection as particularly successful given his performance on the field.
Lastly, at pick No. 122 (acquired from Philadelphia), FB Ollie Cline, drafted in 1948, is remembered even though he never played for the Bears, opting instead for the Cleveland Browns. His accolades in other teams underline the potential missed by the Bears.
This draft presents an opportunity for the Bears to not only select potentially transformative players but also to add a new chapter to their storied draft history, particularly with such high-value picks at their disposal.
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21 AVRIL | 74 ANSWERS Top All-Time Bears Draft Picks by Selection in the 2024 NFL Draft Do you think Caleb Williams will surpass previous No. 1 picks by the Bears? | ||
| yes | 67 | 90.5 % |
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