Penn State defensive end Chop Robinson (44) celebrates after sacking Massachusetts quarterback Taisun Phommachanh in the first half of a NCAA football game Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in State College, Pa. The Nittany Lions won, 63-0.
From NBC Sports Chicago’s Glynn Morgan:
Round 1, Pick 1 (from CAR) – QB Caleb Williams, USC
Of all the myriad possibilities where these draft prospects may eventually land, Williams to the Bears is a virtual lock. The lengths general manager Ryan Poles has gone to, to ensure a supportive environment for Williams speaks to the commitment the organization has for the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner. The only thing left is for the Bears to turn in their draft card on April 25th.
Round 1, Pick 28 (from BUF) – EDGE Chop Robinson, Penn State
Trade 1: Philadelphia sends #22(R1), #53(R2), and 2025(R3) to Chicago for #9(R1)
Trade 2: Chicago receives Buffalo’s #28(R1), #128(R4) and 2025(R4) for #22(R1)
Chicago is trading down twice from the ninth overall pick into the bottom third of the first round, which might derive from a need to increase the team’s draft capital and overall roster depth. Robinson is considered by most pundits and scouts to be the quickest and fastest edge rushing prospect. The explosive pass rusher ran a 4.48 seconds 40-time at the NFL combine.
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