Chicago Bears full 2018 NFL mock draft

Round 5 – Pick 145

Wyatt Teller, G, Virginia Tech

Losing former free agent stud Josh Sitton is a tough blow to the Bears offensive line. Sitton played well but was a cap casualty this offseason. He leaves a gaping hole at the guard position. It is a spot the Bears could address earlier but there is depth in this class. It is also not a high priority position to most front offices and could be pushed back because of it.

Wyatt Teller of Virginia Tech could be a viable option at the start of day three. Reading up on Teller will give you pause as a round five prospect. Scouts are concerned that he regressed in 2017 after a strong 2016 campaign. Looking back on his 2016 season though he showed excellent promise. It is going to depend on what player you are getting. When engaged he is a road grader who has excellent power and the ability to move bodies on the interior.

Round 6 – Pick 181

Rashaan Gaulden, CB/S, Tennessee

One of my favorite players in the 2018 draft class is Tennessee’s Rashaan Gaulden. For Chicago he would be a great fit as the team’s third safety and nickle player, his ideal position. The issue with Gaulden is that he tested extremely poorly. However, on tape, he flashed as an impact player in the defensive backfield.

Best known for his “double gun salute” to Alabama fans preceding a blow-out loss, Gaulden is a do-it-all type of corner and safety hybrid. He’s got experience playing inside at the nickle and at safety. At the next level he could be a sub defender and playmaker in the defensive backfield. His poor testing will ding him but he is one of the players that needs to be trusted via his tape.

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Round 7 – Pick 224

Justin Jones, DL, North Carolina State

The strength of the Chicago Bears defense could be the front three. Led my Akiem Hicks and Eddie Goldman, this is a strong unit. The team could use depth pieces up front and players that can be both three and five techniques. Justin Jones of North Carolina State could be that player.

One of the four defensive lineman for the Wolfpack that will likely hear their name called on draft night, Jones may be the last. Many would describe him as a strong player without a single discernible trait. His played his role well and was never someone to out-shine the rest of the group. Jones is a strong gap player who can hold up against the run. His excellent play strength and base will get him on the field in early downs. There is room for growth and he may be a solid contributor in spot situations in time.