The Chicago Bears’ selection of former Virginia Tech running back Khalil Herbert in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL Draft earned high marks from draft analysts across the internet who viewed the Hokies offensive weapon as a very good value pick in the later portion of Day 3.
Herbert now has an opportunity to earn a significant role in the Bears’ offense as Montgomery’s primary backup. It’s a role that will be one of the more competitive training camp battles this summer.
Here’s what some of the pre-draft scouting reports said about Herbert leading up to the 2021 draft.