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2017 NFL Draft: Chicago Bears Late-Season Seven-Round Mock Draft

By Dan Schmelzer

Dec 3, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws the ball in the second half against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the ACC Championship college football game at Camping World Stadium. Clemson Tigers won 42-35. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws the ball in the second half against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the ACC Championship college football game at Camping World Stadium. Clemson Tigers won 42-35. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports /
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Tyus Bowser 2017 NFL Draft
Sep 15, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Houston Cougars linebacker Tyus Bowser (81) reacts after tackling Cincinnati Bearcats running back Mike Boone (not pictured) for a safety in the second half at Nippert Stadium. Houston won 40-16. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports /

With their seventh and final selection, the Bears land Houston outside linebacker Tyus Bowser. In the seventh round, I believe in shooting for upside regardless of position. Drafting for need this late is silly considering a majority of these players do not even make the active roster.

Bowser in an extremely active and athletic linebacker prospect who has shown an ability to make plays in the backfield. Bowser is a strong pass rusher, showing an impressive combination of athleticism and power. He is also a capable run defender who will knife in and make plays behind the line of scrimmage.

There is a lot to like about Bowser’s game, but he has not been the most consistent player. Bowser is an active and aggressive athlete, but he has struggled with injuries and does let his aggressiveness get the best of him at times.

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Bowser is a defensive play-maker, but he has a tendency to disappear at times. In the NFL, you have to bring it on every play and that is a legitimate question about Bowser’s game.

I could see the Bears using Bowser as an occasional edge rusher who can also kick inside. That said, more than anything, he would be an enticing special teams contributor.

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