Bears double-dip on edge rushers in early 2024 NFL mock draft

The Bears land two of the 2024 class’ top edge rushers in the first round in this early mock draft.

The Chicago Bears’ offseason program is in the books, and the players are on summer break ahead of training camp in late July.

When looking at the Bears’ roster, there’s still a glaring hole at edge rusher, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see them add a veteran before camp next month.

Still, it’s hard not to think ahead to the 2024 NFL draft, where Chicago has two first-round selections (thanks to the trade of the No. 1 pick to the Carolina Panthers) and can address that hole.

In a 2024 mock draft from Athlon Sports’ Luke Easterling, the Bears use both selections on edge rushers to shore up an important need.

Here’s a look: