The Chicago Bears are heading into the 2025 NFL draft with seven picks, including four in the Top 75. They are evaluating their linebacker position, where T.J. Edwards and Tremaine Edmunds are the key players, but depth behind them is a concern. The departure of Jack Sanborn in free agency has left room for someone on the roster to step up or for the team to acquire another linebacker.
Chicago may look to add a linebacker in the later rounds of the draft or through free agency to provide support for Edwards and Edmunds. Top linebacker prospects Jalon Walker and Jihaad Campbell are highly regarded in the 2025 class, but it is unlikely the Bears will target them with their No. 10 overall pick. The team may consider linebackers like Schwesinger and Paul in the later rounds, with pick 72 being a potential spot for selection.