Aaron Leming’s Final Chicago Bears Mock Draft (4.0)
Key Points:
- Aaron Leming presents his final seven-round mock draft for the 2026 NFL Draft, focusing on the Chicago Bears with a strong track record of accurate predictions.
- In Round 1, Leming projects DE Keldric Faulk from Auburn at pick 25, despite concerns about his pass-rushing ability, with CB Colton Hood as an alternate option.
- The Bears' second-round picks include DB Keionte Scott (Miami) at 60, focusing on safety, and WR De’Zhaun Stribling (Ole Miss) at 62 following a trade with Denver, addressing offensive needs.
- Mid to late rounds see the Bears selecting C Sam Hecht (Kansas State) in Round 3, CB Ephesians Prysock (Washington) in Round 4, and LB Jimmy Rolder (Michigan) in Round 5, emphasizing depth and developmental prospects.
- Late seventh-round picks include undersized but promising DT Landon Robinson (Navy) and speedy RB Desmond Reid (Pittsburgh), highlighting potential rotational and playmaking additions.