There is no shortage of problems on the Bears offense. Quarterback, offensive line, run game, tight ends — you name it, the Bears are struggling with it. Even the defense has holes that can be plugged at cornerback, safety and edge rusher.
But heading into the 2020 NFL Draft, which needs are the Bears expected to target? On offense, the line ranks near the top of the list.
The lack of availability at the guard position was evident last season, when right guard Kyle Long was placed on season-ending injured reserve and Rashaad Coward and Ted Larsen relieved him.
While most of the Bears offensive line figures to remain the same in 2020, the one position they need to address is right guard.
Bleacher Report believes that Clemson guard John Simpson is a versatile answer to the Bears’ offensive line woes.
In order to shore up the spot and strengthen the ground attack, which would help quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, the Bears could target a prospect with one of their two second-round picks.
Though John Simpson has settled at left guard this season, he’s lined up on both sides of the Clemson line. His versatility would be an added plus in case of injuries.
At 6’4″, 330 pounds, Simpson isn’t going to impress with light feet, though he knows how to use his frame to wall off defenders. He can match power with stout defensive tackles and create openings for ball-carriers to follow his lead.
While there are candidates to take over at right guard, including Alex Bars, Chicago needs dependability and versatility on the offensive line. Simpson could be an answer to that.
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