6 Linebackers the Chicago Bears Must Consider in 2015 NFL Draft
Published by Ross Read on February 10, 2015
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Chicago Bears
When you think of the Bears‘ history, you can’t help but evoke the names of Dick Butkus, Mike Singletary, Brian Urlacher and Lance Briggs.
The Bears are known for having franchise-building linebackers and a direct correlation can be drawn from their recent struggles on defense to the current lack of talent at the position.
In this year’s draft, the Bears need to identify one or two solid linebackers for their rebuilt defense. New defensive coordinator Vic Fangio likes to run a 3-4 scheme, but he needs speed rushers and stout defenders inside to do it.
Who are the guys the Bears could target in this year’s draft? Lucky for them, there are some fun and talented names who should go in the first few rounds. Here are the six best options for the Bears.