2017 NFL Draft: Chicago Bears Early Seven-Round Mock
After landing their franchise quarterback in the first round, the Bears look to the defensive side of the ball here early in the second. While injuries have killed them this season, the Bears have a strong defensive front seven. If nothing else, they have upside up front.
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That being said, their secondary needs a lot of work. The Bears could legitimately use an upgrade at all four starting secondary positions. They have some nice young talent back there that could grow, but the Bears simply need to pour more resources into the position.
Eddie Jackson is an extremely impressive defensive back prospect who could help the Bears as a safety or a cornerback. He has played both extremely well at Alabama, but has stuck at the safety position in recent years.
That being said, I personally see a nice upside for Jackson at cornerback if the team drafting him decides to move him back. Jackson is a quick and athletic player who shows fantastic natural coverage ability and great ball skills. A great player who comes from an elite college program, Jackson has big time upside at the next level.
Whether the Bears would decide to make him a safety or corner, Jackson would be able to come in and make an immediate impact.