There’s been a lot of discussion over the Chicago Bears potentially trading down in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft; what if a trade down happened a round later? With two picks in the second round, the Bears can afford sliding down a few selections in order to gain some draft capital. The Baltimore Ravens, who always find a way to draft the top players that slide down during the draft, could trade up with the Bears and send some draft picks in return. A win-win scenario for both sides, let’s see how the Bears’ mock draft plays out.
Bears, Ravens Pull Off Major Deal in Latest Mock Draft
Trade Details:
Chicago Bears Receive: Picks 59, 91, 129
Baltimore Ravens Receive: Pick 41, 2026 Sixth-Round Pick
Round 1, Pick 10: OT Will Campbell, LSU
If the Bears want to move on from Braxton Jones after next season, the top left tackle in this year’s draft is Will Campbell. Thrown in the fire as a starter his freshman year, Campbell has shown he can perform at the highest level for multiple seasons. The debate over his arm length shouldn’t be a drawback if the Bears want to keep him at left tackle. He’s a phenomenal player who will continue to prove the haters wrong.
Round 2, Pick 39: RB TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State
Despite being a smaller running back at 5’10 and 202 pounds, TreVeyon Henderson was the only RB in college football to have over 7.0 yards per carry, 1,000 rushing yards, and 250 receiving yards last season. A running back who can catch, block, and find open running lanes? The Bears take advantage of him falling in the second round.
Round 2, Pick 59 (Via BAL): DE Princely Umanmielen, Ole Miss
Princely Umanmielen has a relentless motor with great bend around the edge and would fit defensive coordinator Dennis Allen’s preference for bigger pass rushers at 6’4 and 264 pounds. He always stands out on tape with his nasty spin move and impressive burst off the snap.
Round 3, Pick 72: DT CJ West, Indiana
With an impressive 9.15 Relative Athletic Score (RAS), CJ West is one of the more impressive defensive tackle prospects with impressive run-stopping abilities. He posted an 88.1 run defense grade last season with 25 pressures.
Round 3, Pick 91 (Via BAL): S Jaylen Reed, Penn State
One of the more athletic safeties in this year’s draft class, with a 9.08 RAS, Jaylen Reed was one of the top blitzing safeties who is a willing tackler with an aggressive mindset. He could develop under Kevin Byard and Jaquan Brisker and become the next Bears/Penn State starting safety.
Round 4, Pick 129 (Via BAL): TE Terrance Ferguson, Oregon
Another athletic specimen with a 9.32 RAS, Terrance Ferguson is a solid receiving tight end that would pair nicely with Cole Kmet. He averaged 9.0 yards after the catch per reception last season, the most among all FBS tight ends with 30+ targets.
Round 5, Pick 148: LB Jeffrey Bassa, Oregon
Bears snag another Oregon Duck. A former safety turned linebacker, Jeffrey Bassa is quick with his hips and showcases his DB moves on the field. He has the burst to make plays in the open, but needs some refining for his movement skills. A consistent tackler, he could be the next Jack Sanborn for this Bears’ defense.
Round 7, Pick 233: WR Andrew Armstrong, Arkansas
What might be the most shocking pick of the Bears mock draft, Andrew Armstrong tore up SEC defenses and barely got recognition for it. At 6’4 and 202 pounds, Armstrong is a possession receiver and chain-mover. He has good route-running abilities and has moves to make defenders miss despite his lack of explosiveness.
Round 7, Pick 240: CB Alijah Huzzie, North Carolina
Alijah Huzzie is a tough, gritty corner who’s not afraid to get involved in the run game. He’ll need time to develop, but he brings a lunch-pail mentality and could contribute on special teams right away.
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