It feels like every new mock draft that pops up has the Chicago Bears taking a different name. So if the Bears have an idea of who they really want to take 25th overall, they’re doing a great job of hiding it. Because even the NFL Draft industry’s top analyst, Mel Kiper Jr., has had the Bears taking three different players in his last three mocks.
At the end of February, Kiper had Chicago selecting Ohio State defensive tackle Kayden McDonald 25th overall. In mid-March, he switched his projection to Missouri edge rusher Zion Young. And after Kiper, Field Yates, Matt Miller, and Jordan Reid did a three-round mock in which they took turns selecting for teams, the Bears have a new name from Kiper — albeit one that is familiar to fans following the pre-draft hoopla.
© Ken Ruinard / staff / USA TODAY NETWORKThe Bears first round pick went to Kiper, who had Chicago grabbing Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods at 25th overall. It was Kiper on the clock again when the Bears had the 57th pick, which was used to take Penn State edge rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton. With the 60th overall pick, Field Yates took his turn making a pick. With it, Yates made Pittsburgh safety/linebacker Kyle Louis the choice for Chicago. And with the 89th overall pick, Kiper (again) picked for the Bears, with Clemson wide receiver Antonio Williams being the selection.
Here’s what each had to say about their picks.
25th Overall – DT Peter Woods, Clemson (Kiper)
Best player available and checking off a need — that’s a win late in Round 1. At his best, Woods is a penetrating 3-technique who would help the Bears’ run defense (5.0 yards allowed per carry, 29th) and pass rush (35 sacks, tied for 22nd).
57th Overall – EDGE Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State (Kiper)
Dennis-Sutton had 17 sacks over the past two years, and his 53 pressures in 2025 ranked 10th in the country. That’s the sort of juice the Bears need off the edge.
60th Overall – S/LB Kyle Louis, Pittsburgh (Yates)
The Bears are focused on adding speed to their defense this offseason, which Louis could help with at linebacker or safety.
89th Overall – WR Antonio Williams (Clemson)
The Bears traded DJ Moore, so adding another pass catcher on Day 2 makes sense. Williams had an 11-touchdown season in 2024.
© Ken Ruinard / USA Today Co Inc SC / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesHow Will The Bears Attack The Draft?
The constant changing of mock draft selections is a pretty good indicator that the Bears brass plays their cards pretty close to the chest. Not many people had any idea Colston Loveland was on the minds of General Manager Ryan Poles and Head Coach Ben Johnson at this time last year. It wasn’t until mere days from last year’s draft that vision became clear. And even then, people still weren’t sold that he was going to be the selection. This year, just about every mock has a different name (granted, at the same few positions) going to Chicago. So it would appear that the front office is doing a good job of not tipping picks.
I think this also tells us something that we probably already knew about the team’s draft priorities. The Bears have two or three position needs they have to address at some point in the draft. Whether it’s defensive tackle, edge, or safety, Chicago is projected to take one of those three positions in just about every mock draft. Luckily, this front office has plenty of chances to do so with four picks in the first three rounds.
We also know that Chicago’s GM isn’t afraid to draft for the best available over need. And frankly, that’s not the worst strategy in the world. Heck, it is what landed the Bears Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III last season. While I do think the Bears are likely to take one of those three positions mentioned earlier at 25th overall, we can’t rule out a different route if an unforeseen player takes a tumble.
We’re now less than three weeks until the big night, and we’ll almost certainly have a few twists, turns, and new names thrown at us before then. While I enjoy the build-up to the draft and the swerves that happen, I’m mostly just excited that we’re getting closer to knowing who the Bears’ newest players will be. And frankly, if a few names I wasn’t expecting end up going to Chicago on Draft weekend, I think last year taught us we can trust the process and that Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles have a good idea what they need on their roster.
© Charles LeClaire-Imagn ImagesHence then, the article about latest espn three round mock has bears adding new names on both sides of the ball was published today ( ) and is available on Bleacher Nation ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
Read More Details
Finally We wish PressBee provided you with enough information of ( Latest ESPN Three-Round Mock Has Bears Adding New Names On Both Sides Of the Ball )
Also on site :