Chicago Bears 2023 Mock Draft: Trade and build for the future

Chicago Bears: Jalen Carter #88 of the Georgia Bulldogs reacts after a defensive stop against the LSU Tigers during the second quarter in the SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 03, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) /

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – DECEMBER 02: Head coach Kyle Whittingham of the Utah Utes celebrates with Dalton Kincaid #86 of the Utes during the fourth quarter in the Pac-12 Championship against the USC Trojans at Allegiant Stadium on December 02, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images) /

Round 4 via trade (PHI): Dalton Kincaid, TE, Utah

As much as Cole Kmet has shown this year that he has the potential to be the go-to tight end in this offense, behind him, there is no option, and maybe out there, a better option awaits. But the Bears need to use what they can in order to get some help. That’s why the Robert Quinn trade to the Eagles is a blessing for the Bears as they take Utah tight end Dalton Kincaid.

General manager Ryan Poles has clearly stated that he wants to see a tough, violent, and fast team. All three elements work in modern football and not losing football. Despite not being a national powerhouse or a big-time dynasty, the Utah program thrives on those principles, as do their players.

Kincaid may not be the prototypical tight end that the team needs for the offense, but his size and abilities are only a plus for this team. Additionally, if teamed with Kmet, it opens up the passing game more, and with Kincaid’s ability to block as well, the running lanes open up just a bit more. You can never have too many weapons, and the more that come to Chicago, the better it is for Justin Fields.

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