With the 2023 NFL draft just a couple days away, we’ll soon see how Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles addresses some big roster needs.
After trading the No. 1 pick to the Carolina Panthers before free agency, the Bears are sitting at ninth overall in the first round. They also have three other selections in the top 64.
The draft serves as the foundation of any NFL team, so it’s a good time to evaluate exactly where this roster stands before the new crop of Bears join the fray. Especially as Poles looks to fill some roster holes at positions ranging from offensive tackle to defensive line to cornerback.
Let’s take a look at where the Bears’ roster stands ahead of the 2023 draft.