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Panthers Draft Pick Offers the Bears a Auspicious Opportunity

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Ever since the infamous trade between the Carolina Panthers and Chicago Bears, both franchises have gone in different directions. The Panthers appear to have lost faith in their No. 1 overall pick, Bryce Young, while the Bears are thriving with their own No. 1 pick, Caleb Williams. But it wasn’t just Williams that resulted from the trade that allowed Carolina to draft Young. The Bears also acquired star wide receiver D.J. Moore and a significant amount of draft capital, including a valuable second-round pick in this year’s draft, giving them a auspicious opportunity to draft a premium player.

Panthers’ Draft Pick Offers the Bears a Auspicious Opportunity

It’s only Week 7, but the Panthers currently have the second overall pick behind the New England Patriots. At 1-6, there’s little hope for a turnaround with the 11th-hardest schedule in the NFL and numerous injuries. On top of that, since the Bears own Carolina’s second-rounder, they are currently positioned to select 34th overall, in addition to their own second-round pick. While there’s still a lot of football left, the prospect of having what is essentially another first-round pick should have Bears fans excited. With that in mind, here are some intriguing prospects likely to be available at the 34th overall pick for the Bears.

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Tyler Booker, Guard

Tyler Booker would be an ideal replacement for Nate Davis at guard. He’s a monster in the trenches, with a sturdy build at 6’5″ and 352 pounds. Booker excels in using his frame to pin down opponents and is solid in both run and pass protection. Ranked as the 30th-best prospect by Bleacher Report, he’ll only be 21 years old on draft day. So if the Bears want to solidify the guard positions by potentially re-signing Teven Jenkins and drafting Booker, it would be a huge boost for Caleb Williams.

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Princely Umanmielen, Edge Rusher

A former teammate with Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. at the University of Florida, Princely Umanmielen transferred to Ole Miss and has emerged as one of the top edge rushers in college football. His unique mix of speed and flexibility allows him to bend around the edge with ease, making him a versatile pass-rushing threat. Umanmielen’s array of moves would be a great addition to the Bears’ defensive line. He’s the 39th-rated prospect, according to PFF, and would make Dexter Sr. a happy camper in Chicago.

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Dontay Corleone, Defensive Tackle

With arguably the coolest nickname in college football, “The Godfather,” Dontay Corleone is PFF’s 38th-ranked prospect. Despite being undersized at 6’1″ and 320 pounds, he combines speed and power with natural athleticism. His relentless motor more than compensates for his stature, giving him the potential to become a strong contributor alongside Montez Sweat and the rest of the Bears’ defensive front.

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Tate Ratledge, Guard

The last enticing prospect is Georgia guard Tate Ratledge. Known for his consistency at right guard, he’s committed just three penalties over 1,581 snaps. Ratledge stands out for his high football IQ and ability to move defenders with ease. While his potential is enormous, he was sidelined this season with a sprained ankle. Despite the setback, he has the skill set to quickly become a key piece on the Bears’ offensive line.

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