CHICAGO, IL (WSIL) -- The 2023 NFL Draft is underway, and News 3 has coverage of every Chicago Bears selection.
What is the state of the Chicago Bears coming into the 2023 NFL Draft? The Bears are a team that is building talent at key positions, but they have yet to translate that talent into tangible wins. Truly, the Bears' disappointing 3-14 record last year does not reflect the strides the football club made over the course of the season. Chicago had a young, energetic defense that played fast and physical, and quarterback Justin Fields broke team records last year.
The Bears have another crack at adding talent in this year's draft, and Bears fans are hoping this year's rookies will help the club achieve more wins.
Round 1, Pick 10: Darnell Wright, Tackle, Tennessee - One of the Bears' biggest issues last year was offensive line, and standout lineman Darnell Wright addresses that need. Wright received All-SEC honors for his stellar play this past season.
Round 2, Pick 53: Gervon Dexter, Defensive Tackle, Florida - Dexter could be an immediate boost to a Bears defensive front that could not get in the backfield or pressure quarterbacks last year. Dexter has an enticing combination of size and speed that could be a headache for opposing lineman to block.
Round 2, Pick 56: Tyrique Stevenson, Cornerback, Miami - Stevenson will be a player Bears fans will quickly fall in love with - he's a physical, tough corner that is more than willing to lower the shoulder against running backs. Watch Stevenson's emotional reaction to being drafted here:
Tyrique Stevenson got emotional when he found out that he’s being drafted by the Chicago Bears.
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Round 3, Pick 64: Zacch Pickens, Defensive Lineman, South Carolina - Another defensive line presence that defensive coordinator Alan Williams can utilize. Pickens was South Carolina's team MVP last year.Â
Round 4, Pick 115: Roschon Johnson, Running Back, Texas - Johnson is a big, bruising running back who will be an immediate contributor on special teams. Johnson was a quarterback before converting to running back in college.
Round 4, Pick 133: Tyler Scott, Wide Receiver, Cincinnati - Scott is a fast, fluid receiver who is sure to be a intermediate to deep threat for QB Justin Fields. Scott was a second-team All-American Athletic Conference selection in 2022.
Round 5, Pick 148: Noah Sewell, Linebacker, Oregon - Noah may be the brother of Detroit Lions' stud Penei Sewell, but Noah is a good player in his own right. Sewell is a powerful and aggressive inside linebacker who earned second-team all-PAC-12 in 2022.
Round 5, Pick 165: Terell Smith, Cornerback, Minnesota - Smith is another big corner to round out the cornerback room and he pairs his size with surprising speed. With his blend of physical attributes, he could prove to be solid contributor down the road.
Round 7, Pick 218: Travis Bell, Defensive Tackle, Kennesaw State - Bell is a defensive tackle that is very athletic and shifty, but is still raw in his technique. Developmental player for Chicago.
Round 7, Pick 258: Kendall Williamson, Defensive Back, Stanford - Williamson is a hard-hitting safety who can tackle well in space. Another developmental player that adds depth to the cornerback and safety position.
