Thursday, March 28, 2024

Chicago Bears Draft and Free Agency Mailbag: Inaugural Edition

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At what record do the Bears keep John Fox? – @CDana1

This is difficult to answer because it heavily depends on the man in charge, GM Ryan Pace. Although it’s more likely a call of ownership. If we’re going by normal standards though conventional wisdom says Fox would need to go at least 7-9 this year to warrant getting another season. He’s 10-27 to this point with his best record being 6-10 in 2015. Equaling that mark would not show any signs of progress where as 7-9, after a 1-4 start no less would make it difficult to send him packing.

Do you think Ryan Pace would prefer the Bears improve at tackle through the draft or free agency? – @rbfrosty26

Rumors were rampant back in March that Chicago was in hot pursuit of free agent Ricky Wagner from Baltimore. He ended up signing with the Detroit Lions. Given that information and the fact they extended Charles Leno Jr. it leads one to believe they might be trying to find an upgrade over Bobby Massie. That isn’t a big surprise. Massie is an average blocker, especially in pass protection. With Mitch Trubisky taking over, that is not something the Bears want.

To answer the question it comes down to options. Truth be told the 2018 free agent class looks rather thin. Ja’Wuan James, Nate Solder, and Morgan Moses stand out as the best available. Meanwhile the draft, at least to this point appears to have a strong group. Trey Adams (Washington), Mike McGlinchey (Notre Dame) and Connor Williams (Texas) all have first round grades with a few others earning high second and third round marks.

So if the Bears are seeking an edge protector, smart money says they wait until April. (continue to next page)

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