Bears Refine Draft Options Ahead of 2025 NFL Draft

The clock is ticking as we approach the 2025 NFL draft scheduled to take place soon on April 24 in Green Bay, Wisconsin and the Chicago Bears are busily refining their draft board. This piece delineates the most probable selection possibilities for the Bears at the tenth pick. Encompassing offensive linemen, edge rushers, running backs, and tight ends, the list is diverse. Let’s delve into the details.

Leading the list is Tyler Warren, a versatile tight end from Penn State. Having gathered significant momentum in the run-up to the draft, he is perceived as the most likely choice at the tenth slot. With Ben Johnson expressing profound admiration for Warren’s comprehensive football skills and Dennis Allen acknowledging the complications Warren could pose for defenses, this seems like a plausible selection for the Bears.

Next on the line is Tetairoa McMillan, a wide receiver from Arizona. Although the Bears have the freedom to select the best available player at No. 10, it is quite improbable that they’d opt for another receiver, considering they picked Rome Odunze at ninth last year. Besides, it’s even more difficult to imagine McMillan slipping beyond the Panthers at No. 8.

Cornerback Will Johnson from Michigan holds a 10% likelihood of being selected by the Bears. Even though the cornerback position isn’t particularly a need for Chicago, the odds of Johnson ranking high on their draft board provoke consideration. However, unless he is one of their coveted players and remains available at No. 10, this choice seems unlikely.

Another prospective pick is Will Campbell, an offensive tackle from LSU. If Campbell were to be available to the Bears at No. 10, it would represent a dream scenario. However, chances of Campbell bypassing the Patriots at the fourth pick seems slim.

Armand Membou, an offensive tackle from Missouri, might be another selection for the Bears who could potentially continue fortifying their offensive line. Despite playing exclusively as a right tackle in college, Membou’s ability to transition to the left tackle position in the NFL shouldn’t be dismissed. Alternatively, the Bears might contemplate relocating Darnell Wright.

Jalon Walker, an edge rusher from Georgia, is also a potential contender for the tenth pick. If the Bears were to choose an edge rusher at No. 10, Walker would likely be their go-to.

Ashton Jeanty, running back from Boise State, is also on the list but it’s increasingly doubtful that he will still be available for the Bears at No. 10, mainly due to expected interest from the Raiders. However, if the Raiders decide to prioritize their plethora of needs elsewhere and Jeanty becomes accessible for the Bears, he could be too tempting a choice for Ben Johnson to forego.

Georgia’s edge rusher Mykel Williams could be a valuable addition to the Bears — though most likely on a trade-back scenario from the tenth spot. Having already bolstered their pass rushing department by acquiring Grady Jarrett and Dayo Odeyingbo, the Bears could further strengthen their ranks within the initial two days of the draft.

Alabama’s linebacker, Jihaad Campbell, holds a 4% chance of being signed by the Bears. Although the linebacker isn’t a pressing requirement for the team, especially after securing T.J. Edwards until 2027, Campbell’s aptitude cannot be ignored. Being undoubtedly the best linebacker in the draft, he’s a confirmed first-round pick and potentially high on the Bears’ draft list.

Kelvin Banks Jr., an offensive tackle from Texas, is also a prospective selection. The Bears may consider adding this pure left tackle either in the first round or via one of their three Day 2 picks. Complementing the recuperating Braxton Jones, who is dealing with a broken ankle, Banks would provide much-needed competition.

Texas cornerback Jahdae Barron presents an interesting choice. Although Will Johnson is primarily seen as the top cornerback in the draft, Barron provides tough competition. However, with the cornerback position being one of the Bears’ depth-areas, Barron’s selection at No. 10 would depend heavily on his spot on their draft board.

Tight end Colston Loveland from Michigan is another draft contender. Even though there’s a debate regarding the premier tight end of this draft, Loveland has no shortage of supporters. A surprise pick at No. 10 for the Bears isn’t completely out of the question, contingent on Loveland’s positioning in their draft hierarchy.

Lastly, there’s Shedeur Sanders, a quarterback from Colorado. Even though the Bears aren’t on the hunt for a quarterback in this draft, they might consider trading deals to enhance their draft capital if Sanders is still up for grabs at No. 10, granting their primary prospects are already off the board.