Chicago Bears Grade
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Chicago Bears (C-)
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(42) Danieal Manning, DB. Albeliene Christian
(57) Devin Hester, CB. Miami
(73) Dusty Dvoracek, DT. Oklahoma
(120) Jamar Williams, OLB. Arizona State
(159) Mark Anderson, DE. Alabama
(195) JD Runnels, FB. Oklahoma
(200) Tyler Reed, OG. Penn State
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The Bears had one of the most glaring needs among all teams entering the draft: the passing game. Mushin Muhommad is an excellent target, but beyond him lies very few legitimate options. Desmond Clark is not an impact player by any means as a pass catcher at tight end, and the receiving corp rouded out by Bernard Berrian and Justin Gage leaves a lot to be desired. Devin Hester has the potential to develop into a receiver, since his corner skills were not even good enough to warrant starting status at Miami, and JD Runnels is an excellent receiver out of the backfield for a fullback. Nevertheless, the Bears managed to grab neither a true receiver nor a pass catching tight end. Management reminded Bears' fans where their bread is buttered: defense. Danieal Manning sured up a secondary with legitimate question marks and Dusty Dvoracek and Mark Williams offer the team dynamic defesnive lineman. Jamar Williams has the profile of Lance Briggs and could surprise as his eventual replacement as an ouside linebacker. Overall, the team filled every defensive need and then some while neglecting their most glaring need: the receiving game.
(42) Danieal Manning, DB. Albeliene Christian
Having sacrificed a third round pick to acquire Ricky Manning from Carolina, I expected the Bears to pass on a defensive back until the second day of the draft. However, Danieal Manning still makes sense here. He is a top-notch athlete with experience both at cornerback and safety. While Chris Harris and Mike Green both offer competent, but unglamorous, options at free safety, the Bears may have found their future franchise safety in Danieal Manning. Coming from a smaller school, Albeliene Christian, Danieal is likely at least one year from seeing consistent on-field time for the Bears. However, he could give them a major weapon if he picks up the defense and progresses anywhere near his All-Pro potential.
(57) Devin Hester, CB. Miami
Devin Hester was the most dominant return man in the country since stepping foot on the Miami University campus. Rarely kicked to in college, Hester has the ability to take the football the distance each and every time he touches the ball. Having lost return man Jerry Azumeh, the Bears give themselves a dynamic return man in Hester. Unable to be more than a dime or nickel back in the secondary at the next level, Hester might be converted into receiver. If he develops well, he could legitimately address some of the Bears' needs in the passing game. Nevertheless, he is years away from being a reliable pass-catching target in the NFL. #57 seems a little high to draft a return man with not more than dime back and #3 receiver potential.
(73) Dusty Dvoracek, DT. Oklahoma
Dusty Dvoracek is a tenacious pass rusher. He has excellent speed (5.03) for his 6'3"/306 frame. He is an intense athlete on the field who is aggressive and attacking at all times. A superior student, Dvoracek has managed honors-level marks at Oklahoma and scored highest (41) among all prospects in the Wonderlic at the Combine. Slightly undersized for an NFL defensive tackle, Dvoracek is a guy who can come into the mix immediately as a situational pass rusher up the middle to compliment Tommie Harris. The only question mark surrounding Dvoracek is his off-the-field issues with public intoxication and bar fighting. Dusty has been charged with repeat violations even after submitting himself to substance abuse and anger management programs.
(120) Jamar Williams, OLB. Arizona State
At 6'0"/236, Jamar Williams is undersized. His 4.62 speed is very good as he has been seen making plays all over the field at Arizona State. He fits the Bears scheme perfectly. He is an explosive hitter that can punish you if you chose to come his way. Most of all, Williams is a leader on and off the field. He was the heart and soul of the Sun Devils. With Lance Briggs looking like a guy who will be leaving Chicago next year, Williams offers the Bears a player with the exact same player profile would could develop into a starter after a year of training.
(159) Mark Anderson, DE. Alabama
One of the best value picks of the second day, Mark Anderson will be a welcome addition tot he defensive line in Chicago. At 6'4"/254, Anderson dominated the combine in the timed and measured events. He placed either first or second in every event: 40-yard dash, 20-yard shuttle, three cone drill, vertical jump, and standing broad jump. However, Anderson was not just a workout warrior. He had a solid campaign at Alabama last season. While lacking the bulk and leverage to play well against the run, Anderson can have an immediate impact as a situational pass rusher. D'Brickashaw Ferguson said Mark Anderson was the toughest player to pass block in the entire country.
(195) JD Runnels, FB. Oklahoma
Offensively, the Bears are a power running team. This centers around a powerful fullback. JD Runnels brings the inside-the-tackles power blocking to the Bears. At 6'0"/237, Runnels is undersized by NFL fullback standards, but he plays much bigger than his size. His 4.65 speed allows him to get to the second level and around the end on sweep plays. However, most of all, Runnels is an excellent receiver out of the backfield. He offers the Bears a potential 3rd down back should he develop properly. With so much invested into the Bears running game via Thomas Jones and Cedric Benson it makes sense to have insurance at the fullback position which is so critical to the success of the Bears power running game.
(200) Tyler Reed, OG. Penn State
The Bears finished their draft by adding depth to the offensive line. The line is getting older and certainly could use some depth. Addressing this need area in the 6th round, with the team's last pick, seems a bit late. However, Tyler Reed is a proven talent from a big conference that will give them some fallback options. He gives them a backup at both guard spots and possibly even right tackle. While it is likely he will develop into a starter, Reed is just a solid pick that can not be argued with at this point in the draft. Needing a sure thing for the offensive line, the Bears found that in Tyler Reed.
Chicago Bears (C-)
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(42) Danieal Manning, DB. Albeliene Christian
(57) Devin Hester, CB. Miami
(73) Dusty Dvoracek, DT. Oklahoma
(120) Jamar Williams, OLB. Arizona State
(159) Mark Anderson, DE. Alabama
(195) JD Runnels, FB. Oklahoma
(200) Tyler Reed, OG. Penn State
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The Bears had one of the most glaring needs among all teams entering the draft: the passing game. Mushin Muhommad is an excellent target, but beyond him lies very few legitimate options. Desmond Clark is not an impact player by any means as a pass catcher at tight end, and the receiving corp rouded out by Bernard Berrian and Justin Gage leaves a lot to be desired. Devin Hester has the potential to develop into a receiver, since his corner skills were not even good enough to warrant starting status at Miami, and JD Runnels is an excellent receiver out of the backfield for a fullback. Nevertheless, the Bears managed to grab neither a true receiver nor a pass catching tight end. Management reminded Bears' fans where their bread is buttered: defense. Danieal Manning sured up a secondary with legitimate question marks and Dusty Dvoracek and Mark Williams offer the team dynamic defesnive lineman. Jamar Williams has the profile of Lance Briggs and could surprise as his eventual replacement as an ouside linebacker. Overall, the team filled every defensive need and then some while neglecting their most glaring need: the receiving game.
(42) Danieal Manning, DB. Albeliene Christian
Having sacrificed a third round pick to acquire Ricky Manning from Carolina, I expected the Bears to pass on a defensive back until the second day of the draft. However, Danieal Manning still makes sense here. He is a top-notch athlete with experience both at cornerback and safety. While Chris Harris and Mike Green both offer competent, but unglamorous, options at free safety, the Bears may have found their future franchise safety in Danieal Manning. Coming from a smaller school, Albeliene Christian, Danieal is likely at least one year from seeing consistent on-field time for the Bears. However, he could give them a major weapon if he picks up the defense and progresses anywhere near his All-Pro potential.
Devin Hester is a dynamic return man with potential
to provide a pass catching option on offense
(57) Devin Hester, CB. Miami
Devin Hester was the most dominant return man in the country since stepping foot on the Miami University campus. Rarely kicked to in college, Hester has the ability to take the football the distance each and every time he touches the ball. Having lost return man Jerry Azumeh, the Bears give themselves a dynamic return man in Hester. Unable to be more than a dime or nickel back in the secondary at the next level, Hester might be converted into receiver. If he develops well, he could legitimately address some of the Bears' needs in the passing game. Nevertheless, he is years away from being a reliable pass-catching target in the NFL. #57 seems a little high to draft a return man with not more than dime back and #3 receiver potential.
Dusty Dvoracek is disruptive inside on passing downs
(73) Dusty Dvoracek, DT. Oklahoma
Dusty Dvoracek is a tenacious pass rusher. He has excellent speed (5.03) for his 6'3"/306 frame. He is an intense athlete on the field who is aggressive and attacking at all times. A superior student, Dvoracek has managed honors-level marks at Oklahoma and scored highest (41) among all prospects in the Wonderlic at the Combine. Slightly undersized for an NFL defensive tackle, Dvoracek is a guy who can come into the mix immediately as a situational pass rusher up the middle to compliment Tommie Harris. The only question mark surrounding Dvoracek is his off-the-field issues with public intoxication and bar fighting. Dusty has been charged with repeat violations even after submitting himself to substance abuse and anger management programs.
(120) Jamar Williams, OLB. Arizona State
At 6'0"/236, Jamar Williams is undersized. His 4.62 speed is very good as he has been seen making plays all over the field at Arizona State. He fits the Bears scheme perfectly. He is an explosive hitter that can punish you if you chose to come his way. Most of all, Williams is a leader on and off the field. He was the heart and soul of the Sun Devils. With Lance Briggs looking like a guy who will be leaving Chicago next year, Williams offers the Bears a player with the exact same player profile would could develop into a starter after a year of training.
Mark Anderson is a freak athlete that is a steal at #159
(159) Mark Anderson, DE. Alabama
One of the best value picks of the second day, Mark Anderson will be a welcome addition tot he defensive line in Chicago. At 6'4"/254, Anderson dominated the combine in the timed and measured events. He placed either first or second in every event: 40-yard dash, 20-yard shuttle, three cone drill, vertical jump, and standing broad jump. However, Anderson was not just a workout warrior. He had a solid campaign at Alabama last season. While lacking the bulk and leverage to play well against the run, Anderson can have an immediate impact as a situational pass rusher. D'Brickashaw Ferguson said Mark Anderson was the toughest player to pass block in the entire country.
(195) JD Runnels, FB. Oklahoma
Offensively, the Bears are a power running team. This centers around a powerful fullback. JD Runnels brings the inside-the-tackles power blocking to the Bears. At 6'0"/237, Runnels is undersized by NFL fullback standards, but he plays much bigger than his size. His 4.65 speed allows him to get to the second level and around the end on sweep plays. However, most of all, Runnels is an excellent receiver out of the backfield. He offers the Bears a potential 3rd down back should he develop properly. With so much invested into the Bears running game via Thomas Jones and Cedric Benson it makes sense to have insurance at the fullback position which is so critical to the success of the Bears power running game.
(200) Tyler Reed, OG. Penn State
The Bears finished their draft by adding depth to the offensive line. The line is getting older and certainly could use some depth. Addressing this need area in the 6th round, with the team's last pick, seems a bit late. However, Tyler Reed is a proven talent from a big conference that will give them some fallback options. He gives them a backup at both guard spots and possibly even right tackle. While it is likely he will develop into a starter, Reed is just a solid pick that can not be argued with at this point in the draft. Needing a sure thing for the offensive line, the Bears found that in Tyler Reed.