Chicago Bears 2010 Draft Review

Disappointment and tragedy hung over the Bears' draft as their first round pick was a part of the Jay Culter trade and their second round pick was traded for the late Gaines Adams. Major Wright is looking to change the mood, as Chicago selected him with their first pick in the third round. Wright may be forced into the starting lineup because of a need at the position. Corey Wooten had a terrible injury which caused him to drop in the draft but, when healthy, he has the potential to make an instant impact. Dan Lefevour and J'Marcus Webb are nice developmental prospects and could make the practice squad. Chicago has improved through free agency, and if they can get contributions from their top picks, this draft will be a success.


Round 3, Pick 75

Major Wright, S, Florida

Ht: 5’ 11 ½” Wt: 206

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  Wright is a product of an excellent secondary but the Bears are banking that their newly acquired pass rush will help improve their secondary play.  Wright is an excellent tackler and smart football player who will contribute immediately in some capacity, but his potential as a starter is limited.  

Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Played in deep coverage for an exceptionally talented Florida defense that masked his coverage deficiencies, but is most comfortable reacting to plays in front of him. Is best-utilized as an in-the-box zone defender and should be a core special-teams player.

NFL projection: Third- to fourth-round pick.

Lindy’s Sports scouting report:  NFL scouts like Wight’s speed and physicality and believe he’ll be able to make an immediate impact on special teams.  His big hitting and playmaking skills make him a quality free safety prospect. Though he improved his open-field tackling as a junior, he’ll need to continue to improve in the league if he is to make his mark as the last line of defense. 

109.)  Chicago Bears

Corey Wootton, DE, Northwestern

Ht: 6' 6" Wt:  270

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  An injury caused Wootton to fall this far.  Wootton should have been drafted much higher because he is a physically huge prospect and one of the few traditional 4-3 defensive end prospects in this draft.  The Bears are hoping Wootton's injury heals, and he can develop into a starting DE.  

Lindy’s Sports scouting report:  NFL defensive coordinators covet edge players with Wootton’s length and speed because of the difficulties they present against the pass and run.  Both 3-4 and 4-3 defenses could use his skills, meaning several teams will consider taking him in the first round, especially if workouts prove his knee is 100 percent recovered from a 2008 ACL tear that slowed him in ’09.

141.)  Chicago Bears
Joshua Moore, DB, Kansas State
Ht: 5' 11" Wt: 188

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  Moore is the type of prospect that flies under the radar often but the Bears know he could be a very good nickel corner.  Moore has decent size for his position, but his lack of speed will over shadow his excellent ability.  

Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report:   A narrow-framed, underdeveloped, more-quick-than-fast cover man with good ball skills, Moore was quietly productive for two seasons but could have used another year to fill out his frame and improve as a tackler. Could develop into a nickel corner and contribute on special teams.

NFL projection: Third- to fourth-round pick.

181.)  Chicago Bears 
Dan LeFevour, QB, Central Michigan
Ht: 6' 3" Wt: 230

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  An intriguing prospect with some upside, LeFevour has a lot of work to do on his mechanics and needs to learn the nuances of the pro passing game.  

Lindy’s Sports scouting report:  Although LeFevour’s average arm strength and lack of experience in a pro-style offense will be detriments to his draft stock, scouts are intrigued by his size and athletic ability.  

218.)  Chicago Bears
J'Marcus Webb, OT, West Texas A&M
Ht: 6' 8" Wt: 328

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  Webb is a good pass protector but can be easily overpowered.  He needs to get stronger but could make the roster based on raw ability.

Pro Football Weekly 2010 Draft Preview available @ http://www.pfwstore.com/detail.aspx?ID=695

Lindy’s Sports 2010 Draft Guide available @http://www.lindyssports.com/product.php?cn=332

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