Chicago Bears land Combine studs in this 2022 mock draft with trades

Finally, the Bears’ last pick in the draft is back on defense when they select Utah linebacker Nephi Sewell.

A little undersized at 5-foot-11 1/2, Sewell weighs in around 226 pounds and gives the Bears someone they could potentially play at either linebacker or maybe even a hybrid role depending up on the package.

Sewell presents some adequate characteristics for a linebacker, and his top traits have much to do with having quick feet. His 40-yard dash time was fine (4.67 seconds) and ranked 17th among linebackers.

But, he really shined during his 3-cone drill (7.01 seconds and 2nd among linebackers) and 20-yard shuttle (4.33 seconds and 3rd among linebackers).

Sewell is a former safety, so there’s potential for the Bears to try him at multiple positions. Although he is undersized, Sewell is a downhill player and puts in the effort. If anything, he could become a special teams ace with potential to play starting reps on defense, depending on where the Bears use him.