The Chicago Bears embark on a new era in 2025 after hiring former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to be their head coach. Johnson was the pick of the bunch as far as the recent cycle of head coaching candidates was concerned, and the team has already put in some serious groundwork in free agency.
With eyes now firmly on the 2025 NFL Draft, Chicago will look to take another significant step toward turning the tables in the NFC North. In the latest seven-round Mock Draft from PFSN’s Jacob Infante, the Bears continue to build on both sides of the line.
10) Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
“The Chicago Bears aggressively addressed their offensive line early in the offseason. That said, they face a difficult choice ahead of them in whether or not to extend left tackle Braxton Jones. In this NFL Mock Draft, they instead trade him (spoiler alert) and opt for a cheaper, higher-upside option.
“Armand Membou has always stood out physically with his length, agility, and power. In 2024, his technique caught up to his athleticism, making him a well-rounded prospect. He’s a high-upside lineman, but don’t mistake him for just another NFL Scouting Combine riser; he’s a lot more refined than many people give him credit for.”
Hiring one of the best offensive minds in the NFL won’t make a difference if the Bears can’t protect Caleb Williams. Johnson had the perfect situation in Detroit and will need to be patient while his new team attempts to catch up in terms of personnel. Rather than simply patch up their offensive line, the Bears show they mean business by adding a long-term dominator at tackle.
39) Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
“Though Grady Jarrett is a strong addition to the Bears’ defensive line rotation, he turns 32 in late April and figures to be more of a short-term addition to the interior.
“Kenneth Grant is a powerful defensive tackle who can eat up double teams and control the line of scrimmage. His combination of size, athleticism, and leverage makes him a disruptive force as a 1-technique defender.”
Only two teams allowed more rushing yards per attempt than the Bears did in 2024. Grant was lauded as “a gift from the football gods” by Jim Harbaugh in college, and the Bears would do very well to land him in the second round.
41) Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M
“Though the Bears signed Dayo Odeyingbo in free agency to pair with Montez Sweat, their depth off the edge is still suspect heading into the draft.
“Nic Scourton is a powerful edge rusher with a muscular, heavy build that carries his listed 285 pounds very well. He has some of the most refined hand usage you’ll see in an edge rusher in this draft class, and his short-area quickness is better than you’d expect for a man of his size.”
A playmaker off the edge, Scourton registered a massive 29 tackles for loss over his final two collegiate seasons, including 15 sacks. Scourton also tallied five passes defended and two forced fumbles in that span, giving his new team a multi-faceted difference-maker.
72) Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa
“After going heavy in the trenches in the first two rounds, the Bears add a powerful running back with tremendous field vision in between the tackles in Kaleb Johnson, who can pair with the shiftier D’Andre Swift.”
The Bears get another steal in Round 3 of Infante’s Mock Draft. Johnson’s 1,537 rushing yards and 21 rushing touchdowns led the Big 10 in 2024. A taller (6’1″), big-bodied back, Johnson gives Chicago a bruiser for those cold NFC North nights.
148) Jaydon Blue, RB, Texas
While Swift could have been convinced that Johnson was drafted to play alongside him, the Bears would have a harder time convincing him of the same regarding Jaydon Blue. Blue’s smaller size (5’9″, 196 pounds) prevents him from being drafted far higher, making him a potential value in Round 5.
The second-fastest running back at the combine (4.38 seconds in the 40-yard dash), Blue is a great weapon in the passing game and makes defenders look silly with the ball in his hands.
233) Chandler Martin, LB, Memphis
Chandler Martin was a menace in his two years at Memphis. While his playmaking ability showed up in multiple forms, his 33 tackles for loss require a double take. Ten sacks, three interceptions, six passes defended, three forced fumbles, and five fumble recoveries, including one for a touchdown, paint the picture of a big-time difference-maker.
240) Eli Cox, C, Kentucky
If you’re going to draft a depth piece, draft a depth piece with traits. Eli Cox excelled at the NFL Combine, almost breaking the five-second barrier in the 40-yard dash at over 300 pounds. His 32.5-inch vertical jump was better than several wide receivers, while he also impressed in the broad jump and shuttle.