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Why Jaxon Smith-Njigba is my pick for the Chicago Bears in the 2023 NFL Draft Apr 21, 2023

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In the Locked on Podcast Network mock draft, Locked on Bears host Lorin Cox selected Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba with the 9th overall pick.

He explains why he went with the WR over the offensive tackles and other players available and how he tried to trade back into the bottom of the first round.

He then goes through the next three Bears pick to round-out the mock draft.

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BONUS EPISODE: 2023 NFL Mock Draft picks 6-10: a Detroit Lions SHOCKER in the top-10 Apr 20, 2023

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The 2023 NFL Draft’s defensive tackles have become a point of emphasis for the first round. Where will Georgia’s Jalen Carter land after a tumultuous offseason? Similarly, who will be the first wide receiver off the board? Ohio State’s Jaxon Smith-Njigba? TCU’s Quentin Johnston or USC’s Jordan Addison?

Locked On's NFL Mock Draft Special is here and it's bigger than ever! Led by the dynamic trio of Brian Peacock, former NFL scout Matt Williamson, and team scout for the LSU Tigers championship team Keith Sanchez at the anchor desk; alongside dozens of local Locked On team experts as GMs, you'll get unparalleled insight from the war rooms of all 32 teams' first pick in an ultimate mock draft experience only Locked On can deliver.

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Chicago Bears should draft tight end in 2023 NFL Draft Apr 20, 2023

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Tight end might not stand out as a huge need for the Chicago Bears, but Ryan Poles should make it a priority to add one in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Locked on Bears host Lorin Cox breaks down what is a strong draft class of tight ends and why Chicago would be smart to invest in the position now for the long-term future.

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Best Chicago Bears 1st and 2nd round pick combinations for 2023 NFL Draft Apr 19, 2023

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The Chicago Bears will be thinking about what their options could be in the second round when deciding which prospect to take in the first round.

Locked on Bears host Lorin Cox pairs together different combinations with the 9th overall pick and Chicago's other three picks in the Top 64 to explore the variety of ways this year's NFL Draft could play out for Ryan Poles.

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How Chicago Bears and Justin Fields are impacted by Jalen Hurts new contract extension Apr 18, 2023

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It might seem early to be thinking about Justin Fields long-term future with the Chicago Bears, but you can be sure that Ryan Poles and the front office are thinking about how Jalen Hurts' new contract extension from the Philadelphia Eagles affects the quarterback market.

Locked on Bears host Lorin Cox compares Fields' developmental timeline to Hurts' and explores how it aligns with the team-building process in Chicago.

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Would you be upset if Chicago Bears take cornerback in first round of 2023 NFL Draft? Apr 17, 2023

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When Ryan Poles is on the clock with the 9th overall pick in the NFL Draft, the best player available for the Chicago Bears might just be a cornerback.

Locked on Bears host Lorin Cox explores why Chicago might consider a CB with their first-round pick and provides scouting reports on the two top prospects: Devon Witherspoon of Illinois and Christian Gonzalez from Oregon.

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Why other teams might want to trade up to Chicago Bears 9th overall pick in NFL Draft Apr 14, 2023

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Many Chicago Bears fans want to see Ryan Poles trade down again from the 9th overall pick in the NFL Draft, but that can only happen if another team wants to move up.

Locked on Bears host Lorin Cox looks at the different scenarios where other teams would want to trade up for a prospect that Chicago wouldn't want to stay at No. 9 and take for themselves.

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Chicago Bears analytics hint at which NFL Draft prospects Ryan Poles might prefer Apr 13, 2023

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A video from the Chicago Bears revealed one of their analytics boards that listed the traits that are "critical factors" for each position they evaluate.

Locked on Bears host Lorin Cox applies those "critical factors" to the NFL Draft to look at which prospects best fit Chicago's analytic profiles at offensive tackle, wide receiver and defensive end.

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Chicago Bears well positioned to trade up in 2nd round of 2023 NFL Draft Apr 12, 2023

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After trading down from the No. 1 overall pick, the Chicago Bears have the ammunition to trade up in the 2nd round to grab a prospect they don't want to miss.

Locked on Bears host Lorin Cox explains why the late 1st round and early 2nd round should be a sweet spot for Ryan Poles and explores what it would take to move up.

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Jaxon Smith-Njigba is only wide receiver Chicago Bears should consider before Day 3 of NFL Draft Apr 11, 2023

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If the Chicago Bears are going to take a wide receiver early in the NFL Draft, then it needs to be Jaxon Smith-Njigba from Ohio State. Otherwise, they should wait until Day 3.

Locked on Bears host Lorin Cox explains why JSN is the only option that makes sense for where the roster stands right now in Chicago and what draft capital Ryan Poles is working with.

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