Chicago Bears: Logical 2017 NFL Draft Targets at Each Position

Wide Receivers

Mike Williams, Clemson: 6-foot-4, 218 pounds, Projected Round: 1

If the Chicago Bears want to immediately replace the size and jump-ball ability of Alshon Jeffery on the outside, Mike Williams is the guy. Williams is a big and athletic receiver who has a ton of obvious ability at the next level.

Williams is a fantastic jump ball receiver who can also make plays down the field. He is a reliable target who also has a ton of long-term upside. Williams is a true number one receiver who could be on the Bears’ radar if they trade down in the first round.

Zay Jones, East Carolina: 6-foot-2, 201 pounds, Projected Round: 2-3

Zay Jones was absolutely unstoppable throughout his college career and was equally dominant at the Senior Bowl. He is an extremely smooth and athletic receiver who always seems to find open space in the defense.

Jones is not an absolute speed demon but he is a relatively fast player who can change directions quickly. An extremely well-rounded player who would fit an obvious position of need, I could easily see Jones being a target for the Bears in the second or third round.

Noah Brown, Ohio State: 6-foot-2, 222 pounds, Projected Round: 4

Only a redshirt sophomore, Noah Brown was a relatively surprising addition to the 2017 NFL Draft class. He does not have a ton of experience at the position and really could have taken his stock to the next level if he would have stayed at Ohio State.

That being said, it is easy to see the upside in Brown’s game. He has the raw speed, quickness and athleticism to dominate against anyone. Brown can dominate with either power or speed, but he does not do it enough. He is a bit of a project but the upside here is massive.