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NFL • 11 months ago

Chicago Bears’ 2015 NFL Draft Grades

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Chicago Bears' 2015 NFL Draft Grades

Chicago Bears-Kevin White NFL Draft — The 2015 NFL Draft is now in the books, and fans of the Chicago Bears finally got a chance to see just how the organization goes about selecting young talent under new general manager Ryan Pace and new head coach John Fox. There were numerous positions in need of improvement and depth, and Pace and Fox did a pretty good job of addressing those needs. With six picks in their pocket, here are the individual grades on each of the Bears’ draft picks.

The 2015 NFL Draft is now in the books, and fans of the Chicago Bears finally got a chance to see just how the organization goes about selecting young talent under new general manager Ryan Pace and new head coach John Fox. There were numerous positions in need of improvement and depth, and Pace and Fox did a pretty good job of addressing those needs. With six picks in their pocket, here are the individual grades on each of the Bears’ draft picks.

Kevin White (First Round, No. 7 Overall)

West Virginia-Kevin White

Kevin White (First Round, No. 7 Overall)

West Virginia-Kevin White — With the departure of wide receiver Brandon Marshall and the possible trade of tight end Martellus Bennett hanging in the balance, the Bears did a very smart thing by selecting West Virginia wide receiver Kevin White. By the time Chicago was on the clock, White was clearly the best player on the board. The Bears got a tremendous talent while simultaneously filling a huge void on offense.

Grade: A+

With the departure of wide receiver Brandon Marshall and the possible trade of tight end Martellus Bennett hanging in the balance, the Bears did a very smart thing by selecting West Virginia wide receiver Kevin White. By the time Chicago was on the clock, White was clearly the best player on the board. The Bears got a tremendous talent while simultaneously filling a huge void on offense.

Grade: A+

Eddie Goldman (Second Round, No. 39 Overall)

Florida State-Eddie Goldman

Eddie Goldman (Second Round, No. 39 Overall)

Florida State-Eddie Goldman — Having a 33-year-old Jeremiah Ratliff as their only interior defensive lineman on the roster, Florida State’s Eddie Goldman will add much-needed youth and depth to Chicago’s D-line. The 6-foot-4, 336-pound nose tackle is a good fit for the Bears’ new-look 3-4 alignment, and should complement the run-stuffing style of defensive ends Jarvis Jenkins and Ray McDonald.

Grade: A

Having a 33-year-old Jeremiah Ratliff as their only interior defensive lineman on the roster, Florida State’s Eddie Goldman will add much-needed youth and depth to Chicago’s D-line. The 6-foot-4, 336-pound nose tackle is a good fit for the Bears’ new-look 3-4 alignment, and should complement the run-stuffing style of defensive ends Jarvis Jenkins and Ray McDonald.

Grade: A

Hroniss Grasu (Third Round, No. 71 Overall)

Oregon-Hroniss Grasu

Hroniss Grasu (Third Round, No. 71 Overall)

Oregon-Hroniss Grasu — Hroniss Grasu was one of the best prospects at the center position in this year’s draft. The Oregon product more than likely will step into offseason workouts as the backup to Will Montgomery, who is the Bears’ only center on the roster. This will give Grasu the opportunity to learn under Montgomery’s wing and eventually become the center of the future for Chicago.

Grade: A

Hroniss Grasu was one of the best prospects at the center position in this year’s draft. The Oregon product more than likely will step into offseason workouts as the backup to Will Montgomery, who is the Bears’ only center on the roster. This will give Grasu the opportunity to learn under Montgomery’s wing and eventually become the center of the future for Chicago.

Grade: A

Jeremy Langford (Fourth Round, No. 106 Overall)

Michigan State-Jeremy Langford

Jeremy Langford (Fourth Round, No. 106 Overall)

Michigan State-Jeremy Langford — Despite having four ball carriers, Pace drafted Michigan State running back Jeremy Langford. Fox is known for having a run-heavy offense, and picking Langford proves that he will stick with his philosophy. A point could be made that the Bears should have gone another way with this pick, but if Fox sticks to his guns, then Chicago will need as many bodies as possible in the backfield to help keep the pressure off Matt Forte.

Grade: B

Despite having four ball carriers, Pace drafted Michigan State running back Jeremy Langford. Fox is known for having a run-heavy offense, and picking Langford proves that he will stick with his philosophy. A point could be made that the Bears should have gone another way with this pick, but if Fox sticks to his guns, then Chicago will need as many bodies as possible in the backfield to help keep the pressure off Matt Forte.

Grade: B

Adrian Amos (Fifth Round, No. 142 Overall)

Penn State-Adrian Amos

Adrian Amos (Fifth Round, No. 142 Overall)

Penn State-Adrian Amos — Earlier in the offseason, I had Adrian Amos as one of the sleepers that the Bears could select in this draft, so I wasn’t surprised with this pick. Amos’ size (6-foot, 218 pounds) and versatility in the secondary could be vital to Chicago’s defense. Learning behind veteran safeties Antrel Rolle and Ryan Mundy, Amos could possibly be a permanent fixture in the Bears’ last line of defense in a year or two.

Grade: B+

Earlier in the offseason, I had Adrian Amos as one of the sleepers that the Bears could select in this draft, so I wasn’t surprised with this pick. Amos’ size (6-foot, 218 pounds) and versatility in the secondary could be vital to Chicago’s defense. Learning behind veteran safeties Antrel Rolle and Ryan Mundy, Amos could possibly be a permanent fixture in the Bears’ last line of defense in a year or two.

Grade: B+

Tayo Fabuluje (Sixth Round, No. 183 Overall)

TCU-Tayo Fabuluje

Tayo Fabuluje (Sixth Round, No. 183 Overall)

TCU-Tayo Fabuluje — With a 6-foot-6, 353-pound frame, offensive tackle Tayo Fabuluje will be the biggest player on the Bears’ roster during training camp. Unfortunately, family responsibilities kept Fabuluje from gaining more experience on the field at TCU. With five offensive tackles already on the roster, and the possibility of Kyle Long moving to tackle, I felt the Bears could have used this pick on the defensive side of the ball.

Grade: C

With a 6-foot-6, 353-pound frame, offensive tackle Tayo Fabuluje will be the biggest player on the Bears’ roster during training camp. Unfortunately, family responsibilities kept Fabuluje from gaining more experience on the field at TCU. With five offensive tackles already on the roster, and the possibility of Kyle Long moving to tackle, I felt the Bears could have used this pick on the defensive side of the ball.

Grade: C

Chicago Bears’ Overall Draft Grade

Chicago Bears-John Fox and Ryan Pace

Chicago Bears’ Overall Draft Grade

Chicago Bears-John Fox and Ryan Pace — After looking at the six rookies the Bears acquired through this year’s draft and how they fit the team’s needs, I think it’s safe to say that the Pace-Fox era in the Windy City is off to a good start. There is a good chance that two or three of these rookies could make an immediate impact on the team this upcoming season, and they all could certainly be key contributors in the years to come.

Overall Grade: B

After looking at the six rookies the Bears acquired through this year’s draft and how they fit the team’s needs, I think it’s safe to say that the Pace-Fox era in the Windy City is off to a good start. There is a good chance that two or three of these rookies could make an immediate impact on the team this upcoming season, and they all could certainly be key contributors in the years to come.

Overall Grade: B

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