The Chicago Bears have finally made good on their promise to take a step forward, as the emergence of Caleb Williams as an ascending quarterback and the addition of a solid offensive line helped kick Ben Johnson's offense into high gear.
Many mock drafters have the Bears looking for defensive help, but a few are taking the alternate path, envisioning Chicago continuing to protect their star investment in Williams with a new tackle.
In a 2026 NFL Mock Draft from The Athletic's crew of beat writers, Dan Wiederer has the Bears eschewing many of the biggest needs on the roster to bring in Alabama left tackle Kadyn Proctor.