Only two sure first-rounders loom at defensive line, where the Bears need help even after making Michael Haynes a first-round pick last year.
Neither Ohio State’s Will Smith nor USC’s Kenechi Udeze are likely to last, but either would be hard to pass up.
1. Will Smith
6-2, 265, Ohio State
After stellar four years with Buckeyes, he could be the double-digit sacker the Bears covet.
2. Kenechi Udeze
6-2, 280, USC
Former overweight tackle turned body into speed rusher. Another first-rounder.
3. Jason Babin
6-3, 260, Western Michigan
Fits Lovie Smith mold. A hustler with fast 40 time.
4. Darrion Scott
6-3, 290, Ohio State
Could play inside or outside, but will he excel at either?
5. Antwan Odom
6-6, 275, Alabama
Should have stayed in school another year, but athletic ability will earn a shot.
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Sleeper
Marquise Hill
6-6, 305, LSU
Another prospect who came out too early but could develop in time.
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Gabe Nyenhuis
6-3, 265, Colorado
The St. Charles High School graduate, who started at Northwestern but followed coach Gary Barnett to Colorado, should be chosen during the second day of the draft.