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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Mitch Trubisky, DeShone Kizer on the rise

By Brad Weiss

Nov 12, 2016; Fayetteville, AR, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a large gain after a reception during the first quarter of the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2016; Fayetteville, AR, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a large gain after a reception during the first quarter of the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 22, 2016; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) returns a fumble for a touchdown against the Texas A&M Aggies during the third quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 22, 2016; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) returns a fumble for a touchdown against the Texas A&M Aggies during the third quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports /

57. . DL. Alabama. Jonathan Allen. 3. player

The Chicago Bears were embarrassed at home against the Washington Redskins, as quarterback Matt Barkley came back down to earth. Barkley had played very well under center for the Bears since taking over for Jay Cutler, but his five interceptions were a glaring example of why he is a career backup. While Chicago definitely needs to figure out their quarterback situation, this draft is no place to do that, and they will likely go defense at No. 3.

Jonathan Allen is a freak on the defensive side of the ball, and is actually rated as the best overall prospect by plenty of publications. The Bears need a player on the defensive front that is going to strike fear in the opposition, and Allen can be that player. He has the ability to stop the run, rush the passer, and is as strong as any other prospect in this entire draft.

Chicago used to be synonymous with defense, but they have looked horrible in recent years. Head coach John Fox needs to upgrade the unit at all levels, but up front is the most glaring of their weaknesses. Playing in the NFC North, the talent on offense is extremely high, so bolstering the defense is priority No.1 for the Bears come next April.

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