Hoge & Jahns: a show about the Chicago Bears Mock Draft 2.0: Chicago Bears Must Find Ways to Address Defensive Line, Safety | Hoge & Jahns
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Mar 18, 2026 They run a Mock Draft update focused on shoring up the defensive line and safety positions. Debate centers on choosing a top safety versus a pass rusher at pick 25. Later picks target pass rushers, cornerbacks, interior line help, and developmental depth pieces. The conversation ties prospects to scheme fit and how to keep building around Caleb Williams.
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Take The Top Safety Then Add Edge Later
- When choosing between a top safety and a mid-tier pass rusher, prioritize the best available safety at 25 and pursue pass rush help in Round 2.
- Jahns argues the impact of a top safety outweighs taking the sixth or seventh edge rusher early.
Edge Rusher Fit For Dennis Allen
- The Bears targeted a speed-and-size edge option in Round 2 to fit Dennis Allen's defense, picking Penn State's Denny Sutton.
- Sutton measured 6'5", 268, ran a 4.63 40 and had consistent production with back-to-back 8.5-sack seasons.
Target Long Press Corners Early
- Address cornerback need in Round 2 by targeting long, press-coverage corners who showed Senior Bowl stickiness.
- Hoge recommended Ohio State's Davison Benenson for length, press ability, and strong PBUs late in the season.