Bears Suggest Exchange: Two Draft Picks for Ex-1st-Round Pass Rusher
If there's one thing to remember about the NFL Draft, it's that unexpected trades can often surface at the eleventh hour. Just last year, the Philadelphia Eagles exemplified this by swapping their second 1st round pick for Tennessee Titans wide receiver A.J. Brown during the draft itself. This move proved incredibly fruitful, serving as a reminder that smart teams should keep an eye on the market even as the draft clock ticks away.
Enter the Chicago Bears. With ten picks in this year's draft, including four within the first three rounds, they have a golden opportunity to acquire a seasoned veteran. One name is quickly gathering momentum as the draft approaches: Dan Graziano of ESPN reports that the Washington Commanders are facing a predicament regarding defensive ends Montez Sweat and Chase Young. Both players are staring down contract issues, and the Commanders have just finished paying Da'Ron Payne. It appears that trading one of these players could be a real possibility in the near future.
Should Bears General Manager Ryan Poles opt to take a gamble on Young, Alex Kay from Bleacher Report thinks Chicago could present a compelling offer of two second-round picks (No. 53 and No. 61) to bring the 2020 Pro Bowl edge rusher on board. Kay notes,
Imagine the Bears capping off an already fruitful off-season with a blockbuster trade like this. Their desperate need for a pass rush could be addressed in the NFL Draft if no other moves are made. Chase Young would offer the Bears precisely what they need on the line, although his injury history is a notable risk.
A potential trade might involve several future draft picks, possibly even some from this year's draft. Player exchanges are relatively rare in the NFL, so it's doubtful any athletes would be included. While the move might seem premature or risky, Poles and his team have shown a penchant for unpredictability in recent months.
As seen at: Bears Trade Proposal Flips 2 Picks for Former 1st-Round Pass Rusher
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26 AVRIL | 224 ANSWERS Bears Suggest Exchange: Two Draft Picks for Ex-1st-Round Pass Rusher Would you like for the Bears to trade for Chase Young? | ||
| Yes | 122 | 54.5 % |
| No | 102 | 45.5 % |
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