Frequently Asked Questions
What did the Bears get in return for trading the #1 overall pick to Carolina?
The Bears traded the #1 overall pick to Carolina for a package including wide receiver DJ Moore, Carolina's 2024 first-round pick, and two second-round picks (61 this year and Carolina's 2nd rounder in 2025).
Which quarterbacks are considered the Big Four in this year's draft?
This year's Big Four quarterbacks are Alabama's Bryce Young, Ohio State's C.J. Stroud, Florida's Anthony Richardson, and Kentucky's Will Levis.
What positions are the Bears most likely to target at pick #9?
The Bears are most likely targeting offensive linemen like Pete Skoronski, Paris Johnson Jr., Broderick Jones, or Darnell Wright, or defensive ends like Nolan Smith or Luke Van Ness.
How fast did Georgia's Nolan Smith run the 40-yard dash?
Nolan Smith recorded the second-fastest 40-yard time by a defensive lineman since 2003, outrunning NFL superstars Stefon Diggs and DeAndre Hopkins.
What should the Bears do if one of the top quarterbacks falls to pick #9?
If a quarterback falls to #9, the Bears should trade the pick to recoup draft capital, similar to when they traded up for Justin Fields, potentially gaining another first-round pick next year while still getting a top player at #18-22.