The 2021 NFL Draft concluded not even a month ago, but it’s never too early for NFL teams to prepare for next year’s draft.
The Bears came away with one of the mostly publicly-praised draft classes this year, securing a potential franchise quarterback in Justin Fields, a standout offensive tackle in Teven Jenkins, and a sneaky good Day 3 haul. They addressed their two biggest needs on the roster with talented prospects, and they were able to add depth at key positions, as well.
However, the Bears still aren’t a roster without flaws. They face the long-term dilemma of using the draft to either build a loaded offense around Fields or bolster a defense that features numerous contributors over the age of 30.