The Chicago Bears need help on defense, and that’s no secret as they head into the 2026 offseason.
Every mock drafter on the planet knows this, and that’s why most early projections have the Bears spending their early picks on that side of the ball.
In the latest mock draft from NFL.com, a three-rounder from Chad Reuter, the Bears go 3-for-3 on that side of the ball.
In the first round, Reuter has the Bears taking Ohio State defensive tackle Kayden McDonald with the No. 25 overall pick.
“The Bears are looking for a defensive tackle to control the line of scrimmage, so they are thrilled to see McDonald available here,” Reuter explained.
McDonald is a versatile inside defender who can dominate against the run, but he also brings the ability to rush the passer. The Bears need upgrades in both of those departments, and McDonald put up some impressive tape in the Big 10 against some stiff competition.
Reuter has the Bears spending their second-round pick on South Carolina defensive back Jalon Kilgore, and their third-rounder on Penn State edge rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton.
Kilgore has the ability to play safety or slot/nickel corner, and Dennis-Sutton has an interesting combination of size and athleticism that gives him a ton of potential if he can be developed properly.
This would be a solid haul for the Bears, and a big step in the right direction as they look to go even deeper in the playoffs next year after a promising 2025.