College football’s conference championship weekend is here, which will go a long way in determining which four teams make the College Football Playoff and provide an opportunity for some 2022 NFL draft-bound prospects to shine.
The Bears are without a first-round pick this year after trading it to the Giants to move up to No. 11 and selected quarterback Justin Fields. But with Chicago’s struggling record, they’re sure to be in a prime position on Day 2.
Some of the names on this list will be long gone by the time the Bears’ second-round pick rolls around, but there’s still a ton of talent to watch this weekend.
Here’s a look at some prospects fans should keep an eye on heading into conference championship weekend: