Chicago Bears: 7-Round 2019 mock draft post-Super Bowl 53

For the most part, the Bears have a pretty solid offensive line heading into 2019. Although they could use some additional depth (which team couldn’t?), they’ve got one of the sturdiest front fives across the board. With that said, more capable bodies doesn’t hurt, right?

The fact that Bobby Massie is headed for free agency this offseason, however, could be a cause for concern. He’s never been the best option on the right side, but gets the job done. With that said, there’s at least a decent chance the Bears decide to let him walk, opting instead to hunt for a more worthy replacement at right tackle.

That’s where the selection of Dennis Daley comes into the equation. The South Carolina product is a powerful presence along the offensive line, sporting the strength, size and movement abilities to make his mark as a run-blocking specialist. He needs work as a pass protector, but gets plus marks for his tenacity and ability to win at the point of attack.

It wouldn’t be the worst idea to address the right tackle position earlier in the draft, but the Bears don’t exactly have the assets to do so. So instead of reaching for someone in the third round and passing on a cornerback, I went with Daley, who has the potential to develop into a starting right tackle sooner rather than later.

That is, assuming he can improve his abilities as a pass blocker.