The Chicago Bears have expanded their collection of draft picks.
As the 2023 NFL draft approaches, the Chicago Bears have reason to be excited about their expanded collection of draft picks. Originally slated for eight picks, including a 1st, 2nd, 3rd, two 4ths, two 5th, and a 7th, GM Ryan Poles is expected to trade their #1 overall pick in the coming weeks, likely adding even more picks to their arsenal.
In addition to this good fortune, the NFL recently revealed the teams that will receive compensatory draft picks in the upcoming draft. These picks are awarded to teams that lost valuable free agents but did not replace them with a similar veteran of value on the market. They are also given to teams that lost minority coaches or executives to head coaching or GM positions.
While the Bears spent a lot in free agency last year, their newfound pick did not come from a loss. Instead, it was due to so few compensatory players being signed last year, resulting in two extra picks being awarded to the top two teams in the current NFL draft order. As a result, the Bears received the second-to-last pick of the 7th round (#258).
While it may be a 7th rounder toward the end of the draft, history has shown that it is never wise to underestimate the potential of late-round picks. From Brock Purdy to Ryan Fitzpatrick, Marques Colston, and Pro Bowlers Scott Wells and Brett Keisel, many great players have been discovered in the later rounds of the draft. With good evaluating skills and some luck, it is possible to find hidden gems even in the later rounds.
Furthermore, the Bears have had success with 7th round picks in the past, including Charles Leno. With the addition of this compensatory pick, the Bears now have even more opportunities to find talent and build a winning team. With Poles at the helm, it is likely that the Bears will continue to add more picks to their collection, as he knows that this roster needs all the help it can get.
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