Best Value For Bears In Every Round By Position: Guards/Centers
Sep 14, 2013; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners running back Brennan Clay (24) is congratulated by wide receiver Sterling Shepard (3) and offensive linesman Gabe Ikard (64) and fullback Trey Millard (right) after running for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane at Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
191st overall-Gabe Ikard-Oklahoma- Ikard might be the smartest linemen in the entire draft. Great leadership ability, and his intangibles are plentiful. pretty good short area quickness. Best 20 yard and short shuttle of any offensive linemen in the entire draft. Best in a zone blocking scheme like the Bears run. He’s a center, but can play Guard too.
Alternate pick-Bryan Stork-Florida State- Stork is a smart, competitive player with high football character and intangibles. He also has a great size/speed ratio. Very athletic and projects well in a zone scheme, but can handle strong powerful interior defenders too. Can get to the second level and handle himself in a phone-booth. Has played Guard and Center so positional versatility is another quality he brings with him to his next team.