Chicago Bears: 5 Ideal Three-Round 2017 Draft Scenarios

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Dec 31, 2015; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) at the line of scrimmage during the second quarter of the 2015 CFP semifinal against Oklahoma Sooners at the Orange Bowl at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /

The Chicago Bears crashed hard to earth in week two and already look like they’re on their way to another tough season. That means draft talk starts early.

Here is an early series of possible scenarios that could play out for them next April in Philadelphia for the 2017 NFL draft. They could be in line for some big names.

QB. Clemson. Deshaun Watson . 1. player. 57. Watching Jay Cutler has been difficult this year. It seems he has regressed in a big way from the player he was a year ago. The efficiency and calm under pressure is gone. Losing Adam Gase seems to have hit him hard, and now he has injured the thumb on his throwing hand again. With him turning 34 in 2017, it looks like his time in Chicago is up. Deshaun Watson is one of the biggest playmakers at quarterback in college football. A terrific athlete with poise, leadership and just a knack for knowing how to win.

There can be no doubt that offensive tackle has jumped to the top of the list for Bears draft priorities. Charles Leno Jr. has made no progress at left tackle since taking over last season and free agent Bobby Massie looks even worse on the right side. They’ve been routinely whipped in pass protection, which explains why Cutler has struggled to a degree. Adam Bisnowaty has had a solid college career at Pitt, showcasing the ability to run and pass block with equal effectiveness. He’s got size and good feet. He’d be the first left tackle the Bears have chosen from Pitt since Jimbo Covert back in 1983.. OT. Pitt. Adam Bisnowaty . 2. player. 57

3. player. 57. Drafting Leonard Floyd is proving to be the right decision more and more each day. Already Pernell McPhee is sidelined until late October due to off-season knee surgery. Fellow veteran Lamarr Houston has since gone on injured reserve with his second torn ACL in three years. This leaves the stockpile of pass rushers way too thin. Chicago must address that at some point. Devonte Fields has 1st round talent with tremendous athleticism, explosion off the edge and length. Some just aren’t sure about his maturity or commitment to the game.. OLB. Louisville. Devonte Fields

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