With the first round gone, it's time to move on to the next 12 prospects (plus 4 from the previous article) who could be around at #50.
Top Guys
1. Arthur Brown, ILB\OLB, Kansas State *
Brown is a physical specimen who can play inside or outside linebacker. After watching 2 of 3 starters leave, Chicago is needy at the position. Brown is a guy who could step into the middle or play the strong side. A tackling machine.
Chance of being on the board: 30%.
2. Kevin Minter, ILB, LSU *
Minter is a prototype MLB who grinds it out. Known more as a sure tackler than a "knockout" hitter, Minter is the kind of player that can provide solid play between the ends. In the right system, Minter could have a long career in the NFL. I prefer Brown because of his versatility but Minter is still a top prospect. If Minter is on the board, it'll be interesting to see if he is weighed as the heir apparent for Brian Urlacher.
Chance of being on the board: 35%
3. Kawann Short, DT, Purdue
Short is very impressive with possibly the best potential at this position. In college, he held strong against run and was a disruptive presence against the pass. He saw a lot of double teams which makes people question his consistency and drive. Placed on defensive line like the Bears, Short could become a future star.
Chance of being on the board: 25%
4. Alex Okafor, DE, Texas
Blessed with size and strength, Okafor has played both inside and out. He's not the blazing speed Rush End teams covet but he would make a solid, DE. In Bears parlance, I would liken Okafor to a better Izzy Idonije.
Chance of being on the board: 65%
5. David Amerson, CB, NC State
Impressive size, speed and ballhawk ability Amerson has fallen to the 2nd-round because of inconsistencies his Junior season. Amerson however is a rare commodity at Corner who, once he establishes his confidence, can excel at the NFL level.
Chance of being on the board: 75%
The Other Guys
6. Robert Woods, WR, USC
Woods is a polished route runner, physical and has good speed but will not run away from anyone. Despite Chicago looking for homerun threats, Woods could establish himself as a threat at Wide Receiver and break into the lineup if Alshon Jeffrey struggles.
Chance of being on the board: 20%
7. Johnathan Hankins, DT, Ohio State
Hankins fits more of the form of the NT or run stuffing Defensive Tackle. Solid at the point of attack, Hankins will find a nice fit in any 3-4 or 4-3 defense just as long as he's not asked to rush the QB effectively for 4 quarters.
Chance of being on the board: 30%
8. Larry Warford, OG, Kentucky
Warford I have higher rated than Long and a guy who could actually come into the mix and start right away. When you're as thin as the Bears o-line, Warford could provide a serviceable starter as a rookie and be a mainstay until he leaves or the Bears find someone better.
Chance of being on the board: 50%
9. Darius Slay, CB, Mississippi State
Slay has been in the shadows of Jonathan Banks but shows good coverage, recognition and playmaking ability. The knock on Slay is that he needs to become a more willing tackler which may be tough given the step up to the NFL and its size and speed.
Chance of being on the board: 95%
How about NO
Keenan Allen, WR, California *
The Bears are loaded with possession receivers so adding Allen makes no sense. His 40-times were slow and his injury history is enough to steer clear of the Cal product.
Manti Te'o, ILB, Notre Dame *
The Notre Dame crowd around Chicago loves Te'o however he falls below on my value board of even Ogletree. Te'o may have a bright future in the NFL or he might fall on his face much like he did against Alabama. Regardless, the guy is surrounded by questions and not worth a 2nd-round pick with better prospects on the board.
Damontre Moore, DE, Texas A&M
Moore has the numbers to back up his value; however, he's too small and not explosive enough to warrant a 2nd-round pick. There's a better chance that his skills just do not translate at this level.
Cornellis Carradine, DE, FSU
Carradine turned in an impressive senior season after being pressed into service due to injury. He is still very raw and - near the end of the season - was injured himself. Carradine is only 5 months off an ACL injury and probably looking at a "red-shirt" rookie season. He's a good prospect if you can bury him on the IR for a year.
Margus Hunt, DE, SMU
Hunt is a physical freak that could boom or bust. Some scouts even relate him to Bears DE Corey Wootton. I can't see the Bears drafting a Wootton-clone despite his upside.
Justin Hunter, WR, Tennessee
A tall, skinny, straight-line runner but unpolished and raw. Hunter is more of a project with great athleticism and tremendous upside. However, the Bears - with only 5 picks - cannot waste their 1st and 2nd round picks on offensive "projects".
Logan Ryan, CB, Rutgers
Despite being high on value, Ryan does not translate well to the NFL. He often struggles with physical receivers and though he possesses decent measurables, there is question if he can make it at the next level
* Means noted in the first article on the 20th pick.
Top Guys
1. Arthur Brown, ILB\OLB, Kansas State *
Brown is a physical specimen who can play inside or outside linebacker. After watching 2 of 3 starters leave, Chicago is needy at the position. Brown is a guy who could step into the middle or play the strong side. A tackling machine.
Chance of being on the board: 30%.
2. Kevin Minter, ILB, LSU *
Minter is a prototype MLB who grinds it out. Known more as a sure tackler than a "knockout" hitter, Minter is the kind of player that can provide solid play between the ends. In the right system, Minter could have a long career in the NFL. I prefer Brown because of his versatility but Minter is still a top prospect. If Minter is on the board, it'll be interesting to see if he is weighed as the heir apparent for Brian Urlacher.
Chance of being on the board: 35%
3. Kawann Short, DT, Purdue
Short is very impressive with possibly the best potential at this position. In college, he held strong against run and was a disruptive presence against the pass. He saw a lot of double teams which makes people question his consistency and drive. Placed on defensive line like the Bears, Short could become a future star.
Chance of being on the board: 25%
4. Alex Okafor, DE, Texas
Blessed with size and strength, Okafor has played both inside and out. He's not the blazing speed Rush End teams covet but he would make a solid, DE. In Bears parlance, I would liken Okafor to a better Izzy Idonije.
Chance of being on the board: 65%
5. David Amerson, CB, NC State
Impressive size, speed and ballhawk ability Amerson has fallen to the 2nd-round because of inconsistencies his Junior season. Amerson however is a rare commodity at Corner who, once he establishes his confidence, can excel at the NFL level.
Chance of being on the board: 75%
The Other Guys
6. Robert Woods, WR, USC
Woods is a polished route runner, physical and has good speed but will not run away from anyone. Despite Chicago looking for homerun threats, Woods could establish himself as a threat at Wide Receiver and break into the lineup if Alshon Jeffrey struggles.
Chance of being on the board: 20%
7. Johnathan Hankins, DT, Ohio State
Hankins fits more of the form of the NT or run stuffing Defensive Tackle. Solid at the point of attack, Hankins will find a nice fit in any 3-4 or 4-3 defense just as long as he's not asked to rush the QB effectively for 4 quarters.
Chance of being on the board: 30%
8. Larry Warford, OG, Kentucky
Warford I have higher rated than Long and a guy who could actually come into the mix and start right away. When you're as thin as the Bears o-line, Warford could provide a serviceable starter as a rookie and be a mainstay until he leaves or the Bears find someone better.
Chance of being on the board: 50%
9. Darius Slay, CB, Mississippi State
Slay has been in the shadows of Jonathan Banks but shows good coverage, recognition and playmaking ability. The knock on Slay is that he needs to become a more willing tackler which may be tough given the step up to the NFL and its size and speed.
Chance of being on the board: 95%
How about NO
Keenan Allen, WR, California *
The Bears are loaded with possession receivers so adding Allen makes no sense. His 40-times were slow and his injury history is enough to steer clear of the Cal product.
Manti Te'o, ILB, Notre Dame *
The Notre Dame crowd around Chicago loves Te'o however he falls below on my value board of even Ogletree. Te'o may have a bright future in the NFL or he might fall on his face much like he did against Alabama. Regardless, the guy is surrounded by questions and not worth a 2nd-round pick with better prospects on the board.
Damontre Moore, DE, Texas A&M
Moore has the numbers to back up his value; however, he's too small and not explosive enough to warrant a 2nd-round pick. There's a better chance that his skills just do not translate at this level.
Cornellis Carradine, DE, FSU
Carradine turned in an impressive senior season after being pressed into service due to injury. He is still very raw and - near the end of the season - was injured himself. Carradine is only 5 months off an ACL injury and probably looking at a "red-shirt" rookie season. He's a good prospect if you can bury him on the IR for a year.
Margus Hunt, DE, SMU
Hunt is a physical freak that could boom or bust. Some scouts even relate him to Bears DE Corey Wootton. I can't see the Bears drafting a Wootton-clone despite his upside.
Justin Hunter, WR, Tennessee
A tall, skinny, straight-line runner but unpolished and raw. Hunter is more of a project with great athleticism and tremendous upside. However, the Bears - with only 5 picks - cannot waste their 1st and 2nd round picks on offensive "projects".
Logan Ryan, CB, Rutgers
Despite being high on value, Ryan does not translate well to the NFL. He often struggles with physical receivers and though he possesses decent measurables, there is question if he can make it at the next level
* Means noted in the first article on the 20th pick.
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