Chicago Bears Insiders Agree on 2023 Breakout Player Prediction
The Chicago Bears are poised for a strong season, and the spotlight is on the young talent within the team. General Manager Ryan Poles has put his faith in building the roster through the draft, and it appears to be paying off. In his first draft class, players like Jaquan Brisker, Braxton Jones, and Jack Sanborn have all made an impact. However, all eyes are on the Bears' 2022 second-round pick, Kyler Gordon.
Gordon, the standout cornerback, was regarded as a first-round talent by Poles and the Bears' front office. In fact, Assistant GM Ian Cunningham stated that their simulations never projected Gordon to be available in the second round. After a challenging rookie season, Gordon seems to have come into his own, finishing strong with three interceptions.
Insiders Kevin Fishbain and Adam Jahns of The Athletic both agreed that Gordon has been the star of training camp this year. "Kyler Gordon, Spider-Man himself. Gordon has intercepted passes, he's gotten tackles behind the line, he's broken up passes � he's been everywhere," Fishbain said. Jahns echoed the sentiment, noting that Gordon has been a standout throughout camp and even showcased his skills during the preseason game against the Titans.
Gordon's emergence is a significant boost for the Bears' defense, which is built around three key positions in the Tampa-2 system � the three-technique interior pass rusher, the weakside linebacker, and the nickel cornerback. Head coach Matt Eberflus believes that these positions are crucial for a successful defense. Historically, teams have thrived with strong players in these positions, like the 2002 Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Hall of Famers Warren Sapp, Derrick Brooks, and Ronde Barber. The Bears already have T.J. Edwards as their weakside linebacker, and if Gordon continues to impress, the defense could be on track to regain its elite status.
Gordon's progress is also a testament to Poles' vision for the team. Many draft experts criticized the decision to pick Gordon over Georgia receiver George Pickens. Poles saw the star potential in Gordon, and his performance in training camp and the preseason is proving him right. The entire locker room is eagerly anticipating Gordon's performance in the upcoming season.
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16 AOUT | 24 ANSWERS Chicago Bears Insiders Agree on 2023 Breakout Player Prediction Will Kyler Gordon have a breakout season this year? | ||
| Yes | 18 | 75 % |
| No | 6 | 25 % |
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