Updated look at wide receiver depth

The Chicago Bears have traded for wide receiver N’Keal Harry, sending a 2024 seventh-round pick to the New England Patriots in exchange. It’s a low-risk, high-reward trade for first-year general manager Ryan Poles.

Harry, a former first-round pick by the Patriots in the 2019 NFL draft, hasn’t lived up to his first-round billing. Harry has totaled 57 receptions for 598 yards and four touchdowns in three seasons with New England. But perhaps a fresh start is what he needs.

The Bears have been criticized for their unproven wide receiver room, especially with quarterback Justin Fields entering a pivotal second season. Darnell Mooney is the only proven wideout in the group. Now, Harry joins the group with a chance to carve out a role for himself in Luke Getsy’s offense.

Following the Harry trade, here’s a look at the Bears’ wide receiver depth:

Darnell Mooney

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Darnell Mooney is Chicago’s top wide receiver heading into 2022. Mooney is coming off his first 1,000-yard receiving season, where he cemented himself as a playmaker for the Bears. Things are looking up for Mooney entering Year 3, where he’ll look to build on his chemistry with quarterback Justin Fields and continue to grow as a downfield threat.

Byron Pringle

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Byron Pringle projects to be a starting wideout for the Bears this season. Pringle was buried on the depth chart in Kansas City, and he has the chance to establish himself as a playmaker in Chicago. Poles knows what Pringle brings to the table from their time with the Chiefs, and Pringle is a low-risk, high-reward signing for the Bears.

Velus Jones Jr.

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Velus Jones Jr. is expected to play a significant role as a rookie. Jones isn’t the most polished receiver, but he’s an absolute speedster (just look at his 4.31 40-yard time). Not to mention, Jones is one of the best run-and-catch receivers in this year’s draft class. Jones is on the older side as a rookie (he’ll be 25 years old when the season starts), but he’s got the potential to develop into a playmaker in this offense.

N’Keal Harry

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N’Keal Harry joins the Bears with a chance for a fresh start following a disappointing three seasons with the Patriots. Harry is a former first-round pick who didn’t live up to his…