Chicago Bears: Wide receiver trade targets after Cameron Meredith injury

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4. Brandon Coleman, New Orleans Saints

Even after the Saints traded Brandin Cooks this offseason, wide receiver Brandon Coleman may have a hard time getting on the field. He is clearly behind Michael Thomas, Willie Snead and Ted Ginn Jr. on the depth chart and I would not be surprised if the Saints listened about a trade for him.

Coleman is a former undrafted free agent who is entering his fourth NFL season. Coleman did not appear in any games as a rookie but has piled up 56 receptions for 735 yards and five touchdowns combined the last two seasons.

Listed at 6-foot-6. 225 pounds, Coleman is a massive target on the outside. He does struggle to create separation at times, but with his size, he is almost always open. Coleman also does a nice job of catching the ball in traffic and has some elite red zone upside. Honestly, Coleman reminds me of a poor man’s Alshon Jeffery.

Coleman is a talented wide receiver who could explode with some real opportunity. If the Saints are willing to part ways with him for a reasonable price, the Chicago Bears could certainly give him more snaps to make an impact. I like Coleman as a sleeper target for the Bears.