The Chicago Bears don’t have any first-round picks heading into the 2022 NFL draft. They do have three selections in the top 71, where general manager Ryan Poles has a chance to find an impact player.
But there are also some opportunities for Poles to find some late-round gems, including in the sixth round, where running back Khalil Herbert was selected last year.
When looking at the history of players taken with pick No. 186, there are plenty of uninspiring names. But former Bears return specialist Jakeem Grant was a notable name.
Here’s a quick look back at every player selected at No. 186 overall dating back to the 2012 NFL draft:
2021: LB Hamsah Nasirildeen, New York Jets
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2020: DB Alohi Gilman, Los Angeles Chargers
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2019: RB Ty Johnson, Detroit Lions
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2018: LB Jacob Martin, Seattle Seahawks
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2017: DB Chuck Clark, Baltimore Ravens
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2016: WR Jakeem Grant, Miami Dolphins
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2015: WR Geremy Davis, New York Giants
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2014: RB Lache Seastrunk, Washington Commanders
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2013: WR Justin Brown, Pittsburgh Steelers
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2012: TE James Hanna, Dallas Cowboys
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