Chicago Bears 2017 NFL Draft Grades: Grading Each Selection for Chicago

The Chicago Bears did not end up with a sixth or seventh round pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. So, when it was all said and done, the Bears early fifth round selection (147th overall) was their final pick. With their final selection of the 2017 NFL Draft, the Bears took an offensive lineman out of Kutztown named Jordan Morgan.

So, out of their five 2017 NFL Draft selections, Pace took one prospect out of the MEAC (Cohen) and two Division II prospects (Shaheen and now Morgan). Certainly an interesting plan of attack.

As you would expect, Morgan dominated at the Division II level. He was a 6-foot-3, 309-pound left tackle who could physically manhandle his opponents. Morgan shows a quick burst off of the line of scrimmage and strong punch. Once he got his hands on a defender it was game over. Morgan is a powerful run blocker who can absolutely dominate as a drive blocker.

Morgan also shows good length and decent technique in pass protection. That being said, he is not quick or athletic enough to play tackle at the next level. Morgan is a traditional small-school tackle who has to kick inside at the next level. But he legitimately seems to have the ability to make a good transition.

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As of right now, the Chicago Bears are set on the interior offensive line. Their starting trio of Josh Sitton, Cody Whitehair and Kyle Long is among the best in the NFL. That being said, Morgan is a talented player who undoubtedly has some long-term upside. The Bears were wise to get him into the mix late in their draft.