It is well-documented at this point that the Chicago Bears are looking hard at taking an offensive tackle with the 10th overall pick in the 2025 draft. They’ve already revamped their interior offensive line. Now, GM Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson may want to put the cherry on the sundae. The problem is that people seem mixed about who the pick should be. Obviously, it all depends on who is available. There is a good chance one or two may be gone when the Bears pick anyway. Still, if given the opportunity, Kyle Long made it clear who he hoped it would be.
The former three-time Pro Bowler and Bears folk hero discussed the draft’s top tackles alongside draft expert Mike Renner on CBS Sports. Will Campbell was not discussed since he was viewed as a guard rather than a tackle. Renner sees Kelvin Banks of Texas as the #1 true tackle in this class due to his athleticism and power in the run game. Long, however, seemed to gush about somebody else during the discussion. That was Missouri tackle Armand Membou. His reasoning was simple.
Kyle Long loving Membou isn’t a surprise.
If any player in this draft reflects what Long himself was as a player, it’s the Missouri standout. He’s athletic, powerful, tough, and forceful on every snap. The guy loves mixing it up. Taking him would make plenty of sense for any team that likes good blocking. There is one issue, at least from the Bears’ perspective. Membou played most of his college career at right tackle. He has never played on the left side. While it wouldn’t be the first time a player switched sides upon reaching the NFL, it is never a guaranteed success. The Bears would either have to switch Membou over or switch Darnell Wright over from right tackle to make room for him. Kyle Long doesn’t seem perturbed by the idea. He mentioned earlier this month that such a switch wouldn’t be an issue. If the Bears have a shot at the Tigers standout, they should not overthink it.
