2025 Draft Sims

[Arkansasbear]

20. Ashton Jeanty RB Boise State

39. Walter Nolen DT Ole Miss

41. Josh Conerly Jr. OT Oregon

51. Landon Jackson EDGE Arkansas

72. Andrew Mukuba S Texas

85. Gunnar Helm TE Texas

148. Isaac TeSlaa WR Arkansas

233. Elijah Williams EDGE Morgan State

240. Johnny Walker EDGE Missouri

Okay so no way do I think Jeantry makes it that far, I was trading back targeting Simmons LT OSU, but had to pull the trigger. Last three picks are guys not really on my radar (I do love TeSlaa, just he never did much in his time at Arkansas)(haven't seen much on the Williams kid until he was on the board and I read up about him, big time time performer at a small school = good gamble at #233)(Just got back from Scotland and when I saw Johnny Walker was on the board, had to take him).

[thunderspirit]

20. Ashton Jeanty RB Boise State

39. Walter Nolen DT Ole Miss

41. Josh Conerly Jr. OT Oregon

51. Landon Jackson EDGE Arkansas

72. Andrew Mukuba S Texas

85. Gunnar Helm TE Texas

148. Isaac TeSlaa WR Arkansas

233. Elijah Williams EDGE Morgan State

240. Johnny Walker EDGE Missouri

Okay so no way do I think Jeantry makes it that far, I was trading back targeting Simmons LT OSU, but had to pull the trigger. Last three picks are guys not really on my radar (I do love TeSlaa, just he never did much in his time at Arkansas)(haven't seen much on the Williams kid until he was on the board and I read up about him, big time time performer at a small school = good gamble at #233)(Just got back from Scotland and when I saw Johnny Walker was on the board, had to take him).

FWIW, TeSlaa would be a dream come true in the 5th – he's the ideal height/weight/speed prospect with some production to boot.
And Elijah Williams is a college 3-4 DE, mostly 4i and 5-tech, who played inside more this season and in my view is an ideal developmental 3-tech.

[Grizzled]

Not my mocks. I like both. The first is a 5 rounder by Chad Reuter:

#10 Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
#39 Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
#41 Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State
#72. Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA (a tackling machine)
#148: Sai'vion Jones, EDGE, LSU (has the Allen build)

#10: Armand Membou
#39: Landon Jackson, DE, Arkasas (has the Allen build)
#41: Quinshon Judkins
#72: Savion Williams, WR, TCU
#148: Danny Stutsman, LB, OK
#233: Oronde Gadsen II, TE, SYRACUSE
#240: Ty Robinson, DT, NEBRASKA

[Z Bear]

Membou makes zero sense at 10, he is not a LT. He is also not that great on the field, he is the Shemar Stewart of the o line. Uber athletic but does not have the production to match.

[wab]

I still don't understand why the Bears would want to draft a backup RT with limited actual OT traits at #10, but YOLO or something.

[Arkansasbear]

Membou makes zero sense at 10, he is not a LT. He is also not that great on the field, he is the Shemar Stewart of the o line. Uber athletic but does not have the production to match.

I can't get excited about him at all. I don't see him or Wright being able to play LT at a high level.

[Z Bear]

This one is gold!!! Mock Draft Database board.

13 Mykel Williams - EDGE (Pre-draft: #15) Georgia | 6'5" | 260 lbs
41 Walter Nolen - DL (Pre-draft: #29) Mississippi | 6'4" | 296 lbs
70 Kaleb Johnson - RB (Pre-draft: #59) Iowa | 6'1" | 224 lbs
72 Elijah Arroyo - TE (Pre-draft: #66) Miami (FL) | 6'5" | 250 lbs
88 Andrew Mukuba - S (Pre-draft: #81) Texas | 5'11" | 186 lbs
98 Anthony Belton - OT (Pre-draft: #99) NC State | 6'6" | 336 lbs
107 Barrett Carter - LB (Pre-draft: #106) Clemson | 6'0" | 231 lbs
148 Tai Felton - WR (Pre-draft: #143) Maryland | 6'1" | 183 lbs
233 Jake Majors - IOL (Pre-draft: #176) Texas | 6'3" | 306 lbs
240 Brashard Smith - RB (Pre-draft: #168) SMU | 5'10" | 194 lbs

[Moriarty]

This one (PFN) went fantastically.

Winston & Mukuba being gone by 70 was the only real disappointment

[thunderspirit]

This one (PFN) went fantastically.

Winston & Mukuba being gone by 70 was the only real disappointment

That's about a round higher than I'd want to take Gillotte, but holy carp that's pretty much nitpicking.

[thunderspirit]

This one is gold!!! Mock Draft Database board.

13 Mykel Williams - EDGE (Pre-draft: #15) Georgia | 6'5" | 260 lbs
41 Walter Nolen - DL (Pre-draft: #29) Mississippi | 6'4" | 296 lbs
70 Kaleb Johnson - RB (Pre-draft: #59) Iowa | 6'1" | 224 lbs
72 Elijah Arroyo - TE (Pre-draft: #66) Miami (FL) | 6'5" | 250 lbs
88 Andrew Mukuba - S (Pre-draft: #81) Texas | 5'11" | 186 lbs
98 Anthony Belton - OT (Pre-draft: #99) NC State | 6'6" | 336 lbs
107 Barrett Carter - LB (Pre-draft: #106) Clemson | 6'0" | 231 lbs
148 Tai Felton - WR (Pre-draft: #143) Maryland | 6'1" | 183 lbs
233 Jake Majors - IOL (Pre-draft: #176) Texas | 6'3" | 306 lbs
240 Brashard Smith - RB (Pre-draft: #168) SMU | 5'10" | 194 lbs

Very nice. When my complaints are all on Day 3, that's a more than solid draft.

[Bearfacts]

This one is gold!!! Mock Draft Database board.

13 Mykel Williams - EDGE (Pre-draft: #15) Georgia | 6'5" | 260 lbs
41 Walter Nolen - DL (Pre-draft: #29) Mississippi | 6'4" | 296 lbs
70 Kaleb Johnson - RB (Pre-draft: #59) Iowa | 6'1" | 224 lbs
72 Elijah Arroyo - TE (Pre-draft: #66) Miami (FL) | 6'5" | 250 lbs
88 Andrew Mukuba - S (Pre-draft: #81) Texas | 5'11" | 186 lbs
98 Anthony Belton - OT (Pre-draft: #99) NC State | 6'6" | 336 lbs
107 Barrett Carter - LB (Pre-draft: #106) Clemson | 6'0" | 231 lbs
148 Tai Felton - WR (Pre-draft: #143) Maryland | 6'1" | 183 lbs
233 Jake Majors - IOL (Pre-draft: #176) Texas | 6'3" | 306 lbs
240 Brashard Smith - RB (Pre-draft: #168) SMU | 5'10" | 194 lbs

What happened to #39? I'll also be surprised if Nolen lasts 'til #41.

[Z Bear]

What happened to #39? I'll also be surprised if Nolen lasts 'til #41.

Traded it for 70 and 88. Doubt Nolen lasts that long either, but unexpected guys fall every year for one reason or another. That's the point of doing these mocks, just to see different options of dudes who may be available. I have probably ran another 50 of these that I have not posted to the thread. It's good to run into a guy that you had not considered before and do a little research on them.

I will also say that we draft nerds do not get the interview or medical background the teams do, so the rankings you see can be wildly off how a team has it's board stacked. That is why I really do not pay attention to the drafts grades that come out right after the event, they mean nothing until you see the player in a game.

[Bearfacts]

What happened to #39? I'll also be surprised if Nolen lasts 'til #41.

Traded it for 70 and 88. Doubt Nolen lasts that long either, but unexpected guys fall every year for one reason or another. That's the point of doing these mocks, just to see different options of dudes who may be available. I have probably ran another 50 of these that I have not posted to the thread. It's good to run into a guy that you had not considered before and do a little research on them.

I will also say that we draft nerds do not get the interview or medical background the teams do, so the rankings you see can be wildly off how a team has it's board stacked. That is why I really do not pay attention to the drafts grades that come out right after the event, they mean nothing until you see the player in a game.

So do you pull the trigger on that trade out of #39 or does the "machine" do that when it runs a projection? I ask because there's no way I would trade that pick unless every player I had circled for it was gone. Guess this is why I never do mocks. The only way to be even close to accurate is to do just before draft day.

[Heinz D.]

So do you pull the trigger on that trade out of #39 or does the "machine" do that when it runs a projection? I ask because there's no way I would trade that pick unless every player I had circled for it was gone. Guess this is why I never do mocks. The only way to be even close to accurate is to do just before draft day.

You pull the trigger for the mock trades. You should check out some of my trade-a-palooza mocks. They're fun!

[Bearfacts]

So do you pull the trigger on that trade out of #39 or does the "machine" do that when it runs a projection? I ask because there's no way I would trade that pick unless every player I had circled for it was gone. Guess this is why I never do mocks. The only way to be even close to accurate is to do just before draft day.

You pull the trigger for the mock trades. You should check out some of my trade-a-palooza mocks. They're fun!

Thanks but no thanks brother. Just not into that stuff myself. Once it gets close to the draft I work out some possibilities in my head and some I will post as thoughts occur but I'm not a draftnik kinda guy. Too many other irons in the fire.

[Heinz D.]

Thanks but no thanks brother. Just not into that stuff myself. Once it gets close to the draft I work out some possibilities in my head and some I will post as thoughts occur but I'm not a draftnik kinda guy. Too many other irons in the fire.

I basically treat it like a video game. I only get really in-depth if I feel like it.

[Bearfacts]

Thanks but no thanks brother. Just not into that stuff myself. Once it gets close to the draft I work out some possibilities in my head and some I will post as thoughts occur but I'm not a draftnik kinda guy. Too many other irons in the fire.

I basically treat it like a video game. I only get really in-depth if I feel like it.

Another pursuit I don't take part in. It's a generational thing don't cha know. The only time I played video games was when PacMan and Galaga were a hit in every bar in America. At home or in my office my computer was used strictly for work or for communications with clients or friends via a word processor or emails.

Before Spotrac and OTC along with a few others we used to track the Bears cap by hand or set up spread sheets of our own to track it. And we were pretty damn good at it too. Brad Biggs would occasionally drop by our forum to compare notes with us on the cap. This was around 20 years ago. Things sure have changed since then.

I have good friends who've never even owned a computer or a lap top. When we want to communicate we call or text one another. Or in one case if I need to send him an email I have to send it to his wife's email. He doesn't even have one. I'm a true dinosaur and that's OK with me. My laptop gets me what I need from it every day.

Other than last year Poles drafts have always been a little hard to predict. The prior year we were all battling over keeping the 1st overall pick vs trading it so who knew what to think until "The Trade" took place. Then we all battled over Jalen Carter. Lucky for me I can do battle in my head without my lap top except for research.

But for those who enjoy doing mocks using simulators, which I'm 100% certain the Bears do as well, have it. It's probably a lot of fun if you're into that kind of thing. I'm just not. Even though I'm no longer gigging every week I still spend around 2 hours a day playing my guitars/basses or messing with them. That's my #1 hobby.

[Grizzled]

One trade, with Dallas, #10 for #12 and #76:

12: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
39: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
41: Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame
72: Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami (a pass catching machine, great after the catch)
76: Anthony Belton, OT, NC State (big, mean, competition for the LT spot)
148: Nick Nash, WR, San Jose State (FBS leader in pass catching, slot guy, bye-bye Scott)
233: Tyler Batty, DE, BYU (big, aggressive, stout against the run)
248: Jo'Quavious Marks, RB, USC (top pass catching RB in FBS, bye-bye Swift)

[Arkansasbear]

One trade, with Dallas, #10 for #12 and #76:

12: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
39: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
41: Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame
72: Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami (a pass catching machine, great after the catch)
76: Anthony Belton, OT, NC State (big, mean, competition for the LT spot)
148: Nick Nash, WR, San Jose State (FBS leader is pass catching, slot guy, bye-bye Scott)
233: Tyler Batty, DE, BYU (big, aggressive, stout against the run)
248: Jo'Quavious Marks, RB, USC (top pass catching RB in FBS, bye-bye Swift)

Solid

[Grizzled]

One trade, with Dallas, #10 for #12 and #76:

12: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
39: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
41: Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame
72: Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami (a pass catching machine, great after the catch)
76: Anthony Belton, OT, NC State (big, mean, competition for the LT spot)
148: Nick Nash, WR, San Jose State (FBS leader is pass catching, slot guy, bye-bye Scott)
233: Tyler Batty, DE, BYU (big, aggressive, stout against the run)
248: Jo'Quavious Marks, RB, USC (top pass catching RB in FBS, bye-bye Swift)

Solid

This draft is going to be quite a crapshoot.

[otis]

https://mockdrafthero.com/

Give this sim a shot. Guy put a lot of work into it.

this mock simulator is pretty darn good. but i got will cambell, jeanty and mutumbo to pick from. arrgh!

[UOK]

My final pre-draft mock

TRADES

Bears trade:
> Round 2, Pick #39

Dolphins trade:
> Round 2, Pick #48
> Round 4, Pick #116

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Bears trade:
> Round 5, Pick #148
> Round 7, Pick #240

Browns trade:
> Round 6, Pick #192
> Round 7, Pick #255
> 2026 Round 5

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DRAFT

[o-pus #40 in B major]

Huh.

[UOK]

Huh.

lol, not a fan, eh?

[o-pus #40 in B major]

Huh.

lol, not a fan, eh?

Quite the contrary - it rings my chimes repeatedly like a giant gong and Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny would have a tough time doing a draft of this magnitude, is my humble opinion. It's ironically paradoxical how my faith in Poles is real but I'm still tender about getting my hopes up too far.

[wab]

I am not a Landon Jackson fan at all, but I would have a hard time hating that draft overall.

[Arkansasbear]

I am not a Landon Jackson fan at all, but I would have a hard time hating that draft overall.

I know I have some homer bias on him, but what don't you like about him. Has the size and motor that Allen loves.

He's the guy I really hope we get with one of our second round picks.

[Moriarty]

His size and athleticism are good, but I think his advanced metrics (pass rush win rate was it?) were pretty weak.

[thunderspirit]

His size and athleticism are good, but I think his advanced metrics (pass rush win rate was it?) were pretty weak.

Jackson is a fundamentally sound player with alluring length and surprising cornering ability for a player of his size. His overall pass-rush win percentage has been low throughout his career, which presents him as a high-floor, versatile defensive end who can be a solid starter for odd or even fronts.

Overall, Jackson has a different type of pass-rushing skill set because he isn't a super-fluid athlete, but his raw power, strength in his hands and consistent effort
make him effective. He should be expected to compete for starter-level snaps as a rookie.

Mammoth of a human being with long arms. Tough physical player. Tight hips make it difficult to rush off the edge, but he showed a powerful bull rush that produced a couple of sacks in the game. His pass rush arsenal is limited but he plays with relentless effort. Lacks ideal bend and flex but can hold a point with authority. Pad level is inconsistent. Jackson has imposing size and length that is ideal for what the NFL is looking for on the edge. He's versatile and has lined up from a wide nine all the way inside to a zero technique. Plays with a hot motor and makes a lot of his plays with second effort. Still has upside and the power element and motor make him a prospect who can play in a lot of systems.

Overall, the Arkansas product has the makings of being a solid every-down contributor as a traditional defensive end in even fronts or a 4i- to 5-technique in odd fronts. He may not be a perennial Pro Bowler/All-Pro who consistently gets double-digit sacks, but he can be a plus starter teams can win within the NFL.

I'm down with the Bears drafting him.

[Z Bear]

Here is the my final mock for the year, Jeanty was on the board! If Jeanty is gone put in Mykell Williams in at 10 and Q Judkins at 41. My two targets at 72 ( Andrew Mukaba and Harold Fannin, Jr) were gone so I took the Giants four picks in the swap.

10 - Ashton Jeanty - RB
(Pre-draft: #7)
Boise State | 5'8" | 211 lbs | Add Notes
Class: JR
RAS: N/A
Age: 21 (2-Dec-2003)
Ashton Jeanty delivered a historic performance in the 2024 season, leading the nation with 2,601 rushing yards, which ranks second in FBS history. He averaged 185.8 rushing yards per game and scored 29 rushing touchdowns, placing him second nationally in touchdowns. Jeanty also led the nation with 2,739 yards from scrimmage and 2,750 all-purpose yards. His ability to gain yards after contact was unparalleled, with 1,970 yards after contact and 164 missed tackles forced, both leading the nation and setting FBS records. Jeanty recorded 14 games of 100-plus rushing yards, making him the only player in FBS history to achieve this feat in a single season.

39 - Aireontae Ersery - OT
(Pre-draft: #48)
Minnesota | 6'6" | 331 lbs | Add Notes
Class: SR
RAS: 9.42
In 2024, Aireontae Ersery earned the Big Ten Rimington-Pace Offensive Lineman of the Year award, becoming the first Gopher to receive this honor since 2005. Ersery also secured First-Team All-Big Ten honors in 2024, following a Second-Team All-Big Ten selection in 2023.

41 - Landon Jackson - EDGE
(Pre-draft: #50)
Arkansas | 6'6" | 264 lbs | Add Notes
Class: SR
RAS: 9.78
Landon Jackson had a notable 2024 season, recording 49 tackles, including 6.5 sacks, and forced 1 fumble. Jackson's relentless pursuit of quarterbacks and ability to disrupt plays in the backfield earned him recognition as a formidable defensive threat.

99 - Billy Bowman - S
(Pre-draft: #101)
Oklahoma | 5'10" | 192 lbs | Add Notes
Class: SR
RAS: 7.59
Billy Bowman Jr. played in 12 games during the 2024 season, amassing 47 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, two interceptions, one forced fumble, and three pass breakups. He was named Third-Team All-SEC in 2024.

105 - Terrance Ferguson - TE
(Pre-draft: #92)
Oregon | 6'5" | 247 lbs | Add Notes
Class: SR
RAS: 9.32
Age: 22 (7-Feb-2003)
In the 2024 season, Terrance Ferguson recorded 43 receptions for 591 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 13.7 yards per catch. He underwent an appendectomy in October 2024, causing him to miss two games.

148 - Barrett Carter - LB
(Pre-draft: #123)
Clemson | 6'0" | 231 lbs | Add Notes
Class: SR
RAS: 7.46
Carter was one of Clemson's most complete defenders in 2024, excelling in run defense, pass coverage, and blitzing situations. His speed and athleticism allowed him to make plays sideline-to-sideline, and he was a key leader on the Tigers' defense. His performance earned him First-Team All-ACC honors.

219 - Clay Webb - IOL
(Pre-draft: #212)
Jacksonville State | 6'3" | 312 lbs | Add Notes
Class: SR
RAS: 8.61
Clay Webb, a former five-star recruit, transferred to Jacksonville State in 2022 after starting his career at Georgia. In the 2024 season, he earned First-Team All-Conference USA honors. Webb's athleticism is evident with a 5.11-second 40-yard dash and 29 bench press reps. He also received preseason accolades, including spots on the Lombardi Award and Outland Trophy watchlists.

233 - Tonka Hemingway - DL
(Pre-draft: #223)
South Carolina | 6'3" | 284 lbs | Add Notes
Class: SR
RAS: 9.46
In the 2024 season, Tonka Hemingway started 11 of 13 games, recording 25 tackles, including 4.0 sacks, and six quarterback hurries. His performance earned him Third-Team All-SEC honors. Hemingway also showcased his athleticism by returning a fumble 36 yards for a touchdown against Oklahoma, earning SEC co-Defensive Lineman of the Week honors.

240 - Teddye Buchanan - LB
(Pre-draft: #200)
California | 6'2" | 233 lbs | Add Notes
Class: SR
RAS: 9.41
Teddye Buchanan transferred from UC Davis, where he amassed 208 tackles and eight interceptions over four seasons. In the 2024 season at Cal he led the team with 114 tackles and five sacks, earning first-team All-ACC honors. At the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, Buchanan recorded a 40-inch vertical jump and a 4.6-second 40-yard dash.

246 - Chimere Dike - WR/KR/PR
(Pre-draft: #240)
Florida | 6'1" | 196 lbs | Add Notes
Class: SR
RAS: 9.72
Age: 22 (14-Dec-2002)
In his senior year at Florida, Chimere Dike recorded 42 receptions for 783 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 18.6 yards per catch. He played in all 13 games, contributing significantly to the Gators' offense. Dike's performance earned him a spot on the Jet Award Mid-Season Watchlist, recognizing the nation's top return specialists.



Trade

Bears trade:
Round 3, Pick #72

Giants trade:
Round 3, Pick #99
Round 4, Pick #105
Round 7, Pick #219
Round 7, Pick #246