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Chicago Bears 2017 mock draft: Latest seven-round look

By Carlos Nazario

Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws in the pocket against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws in the pocket against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sidney Jones, CB, Washington (6-foot-0, 186 pounds)

I’ve spent time working with a variety of coaches. One of the biggest peeves they have is a player who backs down, a player who doesn’t want to get into a game. Coaches feel they cannot trust players like that. They have no confidence that a player like that could perform what they want.

That brings up the case of Kyle Fuller. Last season, he had a knee scope that the Chicago Bears thought would keep him out just a few weeks, but that he’d be available to play. Turns out that Fuller ended up missing the entire season.

The Chicago Bears weren’t too happy with Fuller not playing. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio did not pull back when talking about Fuller:

"Any time a guy is hurt, there’s three stages to get back to the field. One is you got to get medical clearance. Two, the player’s got to say he’s ready to go, he feels confident and is champing at the bit to go play. And then the coaches get involved and see if he’s better than what the other choices are, and if he really is back to being ready to play. A has happened, B hasn’t, so C is a non-issue."

Head coach John Fox’s words were even more damning:

"We just didn’t deem him our best option for a roster spot, to move to the active roster right now."

Remember, now, that the Bears had UNDRAFTED ROOKIES starting games for them. Fuller was the 14th overall pick of the 2014 NFL Draft.

Even though the Bears didn’t rid themselves of Fuller, the end of his time in Chicago may still be upon us. One way to find that out for sure is what happens in this draft.

If the Bears draft Jones, then I see Fuller’s days in Chicago over. Wilson can come in and take over, The Bears could then look to trade Fuller for future draft picks. In fact, they may pull off a draft day deal involving Fuller.

Jones has the ability to take on the big wide receivers in the league. He is a turnover-causing machine. He had nine interceptions in his career, and he forced six turnovers. When the ball is in the air, he feels it’s his for the taking. He could be a Peanut Tillman 2.0 in Chicago. The Bears lacked turnovers last year, so this is a welcome skill.

Jones isn’t an overly physical hitter, but he uses great technique. He wraps the ball carrier by the legs and finishes well. His slim frame and lack of hitting are things that may keep him from going higher, but whoever gets him will be happy with him.

Jones is a player the coaches and fans will love. He plays with heart and passion, something lacking on the roster.

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