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Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft is now in the books, and the Chicago Bears were quite busy making three selections in the second round to add some impact players to the roster.
Chicago landed a steal at receiver in Missouri's Luther Burden III, who was projected to be a first-round pick, at 39th overall. Burden is one of the draft's most explosive playmakers, and now Ben Johnson gets his hands on him. The Bears then opted to trade back with the Buffalo Bills, swapping seconds (39 for 56) while exchanging their third-round pick for a second rounder and acquiring a fourth-round selection for their seventh rounder.
They focused on the trenches with those other two second rounders landing Boston College offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo (56th overall) and Texas A&M defensive tackle Shemar Turner (62nd overall). It's a solid mix spread across the field.
Now that Day 2 is done, the focus shifts to the final day of the draft, where rounds four through seven will take place. There are still plenty of players for general manager Ryan Poles to consider with the team's final three picks.
The Bears could certainly use another edge rusher to join their defensive line, and defensive coordinator Dennis Allen would love another weapon. Swinson is the best remaining edge rusher and would be a great addition to a room with Montez Sweat and Dayo Odeyingbo.
Billy Bowman is one of the best safeties left in the draft. The Oklahoma product would be a nice fit in Chicago's secondary, which has some question marks at safety with Jaquan Brisker's injury history and Kevin Byard set to hit the open market next year.
The Bears wisely stayed away from a running back on Days 1 and 2. Maybe some of that was by design, or maybe it was because they were unable to trade up for Ashton Jeanty despite their efforts. Either way, they haven't drafted one yet. Dylan Sampson would be a great option on the final day.
It's impressive how many Big Ten players are drafted each year, and Ohio State edge rusher Jack Sawyer is certainly going to become one on day three of the draft. He'd be a good fit on off there edge for Chicago. He brings good experience, skills, and a hunger to win.
As the Bears potential consider drafting a running back, another intriguing option on Day 3 is Cam Skattebo out of Arizona State. This guy probably won't become a direct replacement for D'Andre Swift in the future, but he could be a nice complementary piece.
The Bears drafted tackle Ozzy Trapilo in the second round, but there are still some other offensive linemen worth considering in the later rounds, including Miami's Jalen Rivers. Chicago needs to continue accumulating depth at this position if they want to be a team that can withstand injuries and make the playoffs.
The defensive line has plenty of options on day three, including Florida's Cam Jackson. If the Bears feel he can be a disruptor at the highest level, they may consider taking a flier on him to add to a loaded defensive interior also featuring rookie Shemar Turner and free-agent newcomer Grady Jarrett.
For all of the reasons that you could consider Jalen Rivers out of Miami, you can apply them to Miles Frazier. He also went against tougher competition in the SEC, which could have played a role in his development. While Chicago overhauled the interior offensive interior, adding depth pieces is key.
Another defensive lineman to take a look at as the draft gets stale is Florida State's Joshua Farmer, who might have a chip on his shoulder following the Seminoles' rough year. At this stage of the draft, it's about adding depth, and while defensive tackle isn't a big need now with Shemar Turner's selection, Farmer could be worth a look.
Another edge rusher option is David Walker out of Central Arkansas. If a late-round pick can translate his skills from a mid-major college to the highest level in the world, it would be an amazing long shot, but there are reasons to believe it could be done.
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Chicago landed a steal at receiver in Missouri's Luther Burden III, who was projected to be a first-round pick, at 39th overall. Burden is one of the draft's most explosive playmakers, and now Ben Johnson gets his hands on him. The Bears then opted to trade back with the Buffalo Bills, swapping seconds (39 for 56) while exchanging their third-round pick for a second rounder and acquiring a fourth-round selection for their seventh rounder.
They focused on the trenches with those other two second rounders landing Boston College offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo (56th overall) and Texas A&M defensive tackle Shemar Turner (62nd overall). It's a solid mix spread across the field.
Now that Day 2 is done, the focus shifts to the final day of the draft, where rounds four through seven will take place. There are still plenty of players for general manager Ryan Poles to consider with the team's final three picks.
1 .Bradyn Swinson, EDGE, LSU
The Bears could certainly use another edge rusher to join their defensive line, and defensive coordinator Dennis Allen would love another weapon. Swinson is the best remaining edge rusher and would be a great addition to a room with Montez Sweat and Dayo Odeyingbo.
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2. Billy Bowman Jr., S, Oklahoma
Billy Bowman is one of the best safeties left in the draft. The Oklahoma product would be a nice fit in Chicago's secondary, which has some question marks at safety with Jaquan Brisker's injury history and Kevin Byard set to hit the open market next year.
3. Dylan Sampson, RB, Tennessee
The Bears wisely stayed away from a running back on Days 1 and 2. Maybe some of that was by design, or maybe it was because they were unable to trade up for Ashton Jeanty despite their efforts. Either way, they haven't drafted one yet. Dylan Sampson would be a great option on the final day.
4. Jack Sawyer, EDGE, Ohio State
It's impressive how many Big Ten players are drafted each year, and Ohio State edge rusher Jack Sawyer is certainly going to become one on day three of the draft. He'd be a good fit on off there edge for Chicago. He brings good experience, skills, and a hunger to win.
5. Cam Skattebo, RB, Arizona State
As the Bears potential consider drafting a running back, another intriguing option on Day 3 is Cam Skattebo out of Arizona State. This guy probably won't become a direct replacement for D'Andre Swift in the future, but he could be a nice complementary piece.
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6. Jalen Rivers, OL, Miami
The Bears drafted tackle Ozzy Trapilo in the second round, but there are still some other offensive linemen worth considering in the later rounds, including Miami's Jalen Rivers. Chicago needs to continue accumulating depth at this position if they want to be a team that can withstand injuries and make the playoffs.
7. Cam Jackson, DT, Florida
The defensive line has plenty of options on day three, including Florida's Cam Jackson. If the Bears feel he can be a disruptor at the highest level, they may consider taking a flier on him to add to a loaded defensive interior also featuring rookie Shemar Turner and free-agent newcomer Grady Jarrett.
8. Miles Frazier, OL, LSU
For all of the reasons that you could consider Jalen Rivers out of Miami, you can apply them to Miles Frazier. He also went against tougher competition in the SEC, which could have played a role in his development. While Chicago overhauled the interior offensive interior, adding depth pieces is key.
9. Joshua Farmer, DT, Florida State
Another defensive lineman to take a look at as the draft gets stale is Florida State's Joshua Farmer, who might have a chip on his shoulder following the Seminoles' rough year. At this stage of the draft, it's about adding depth, and while defensive tackle isn't a big need now with Shemar Turner's selection, Farmer could be worth a look.
10. David Walker, EDGE, Central Arkansas
Another edge rusher option is David Walker out of Central Arkansas. If a late-round pick can translate his skills from a mid-major college to the highest level in the world, it would be an amazing long shot, but there are reasons to believe it could be done.
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