DRAFT GRADE: Bears get AUSTIN BOOKER!

[@MrGrampaMike]

Richard Dent was an 8th round pick. Teams passed on him because he was so thin. The Bears got his teeth fixed and put 40 pounds of muscle on him and the rest is history.

[@blankname6629]

He also went to a tiny school

[@GillieWilson-ze2df]

Great observation ! Booker learning technique from Sweat and Billings this year also a big plus .

[@BHart777]

If Austin Booker had come out next year after one more year of college experience, he was projected to be a mid-to-late first rounder, but the Bears got him for a fourth. And he gets that extra year of experience in the NFL! The Bears knocked this one out of the park!

[@peteb.6970]

He’s an A++ 3rd round talent in the 5th…. Excellent pick!

[@flatearthunderground7738]

For a future 4th which if Justin plays over 50% snaps we get a 4th back. Maybe even better than the one we had to give up.

[@philthyyyy]

Bro manhandled Jordan Morgan the packers first round tackle at the senior bowl three snaps in a row.

[@MrGrampaMike]

That might come in handy this year.

[@GillieWilson-ze2df]

You think Poles saw that tape ?

[@Bears86SB]

What a steal Sweat & Booker gonna have the north on check

[@dblshotz75]

Considering we have 4 picks in the first 3 rounds next year I'm thrilled how this draft played out.

[@glizzorobinson1227]

People not thinking about that, along with some good FA next year. We are coming! #DaBears

[@Mpoolos]

This is an A pick. Add the top QB and the top punter in all of college football last season…. Boom… top 3 WR…. And this kid!! WOW

[@acekingce]

Ryan Poles is crazy good, if the Bears aren’t good it’s not on him

[@lachanjoscales1682]

Yes it is because theses are his guys. He cleaned house of the old regime. With the exception of Cole Kmet an Jaylon Johnson. Now build around them.

[@David.560_-]

​@@lachanjoscales1682 gayleb Williams

[@godsplan6137]

What? It’s on the coaches which is still on piles for keeping flus

[@scoreyj13]

@@godsplan6137 You know that is not only the GM's call right?

[@NickkaDUB]

He’s avg at best. Most of his picks are misses. I’m happy with what we have, but just being real.

[@dongzilla1979]

Love this. Kansas had a solid D this past year too

[@tehmpus]

Brad, I wouldn't worry about the DT position. Demarkus Walker can pop inside to help those guys get rest if needed. Plus, we've got the cash to pick up a veteran on cut day or just to pick up a backup level talent in free agency.

[@r.brianlang4749]

The Bears overall draft score should be nothing short of an A++

[@David.560_-]

F-

[@Mike-jv4rz]

@@David.560_- What's wrong with you....

[@KSheldonBailey1023]

Getting him in the 5th round for NEXT year's 4th round pick when he was projected to go in this year's 3rd round is HUGE!! Especially because that was a big need for us. Good job, Poles! (But don't confuse my congratulations as an olive branch. I'm still not happy with you for trading Justin Fields. 😠)

[@chitownhustler3372]

All you have to do is to watch Pittsburgh games and keep a eye on the bench and low and behold...Justin. 😂😂

[@KSheldonBailey1023]

@@chitownhustler3372 Yeah, and all you have to do is know a LITTLE BIT about football to know he not a backup. But, I guess you don't even know "a LITTLE BIT about football". Don't feel bad, there are thousands like you. 😄

[@GillieWilson-ze2df]

Yeah, no way Booker is a 5th round pick or even a 3rd next year . And look, he's only 21 now ! Meantime, he can add weight and condition to stay fast . Won't take long in Chicago. Kiran A. Can help him there .

[@Verzula]

@@KSheldonBailey1023all you need to know is that saying you know a little bit of football means you have no knowledge of it at all.

[@johnnyj9587]

this is a guy swifty called for. good work my man. see you got the camera fixed lol

[@696soulman]

Word is he was already at 253lbs at his pro day. After a year of NFL nutrition and conditioning allowing him to add weight and strength without losing his burst he'll play around 255lbs and be more prepared to be a 3 down DE. But for now he's exactly what we needed. He's a pass rush specialist.

[@charleskrauchun1876]

There is no better city than Chicago to live in if you need to put on weight!

[@patrickthompson4597]

I think he bulked up more for his pro day. Weighed in at the 250’s and actually ran a better 40 at that weight

[@jeremyadorsey]

Your channel is soooooo underrated. Thanks for all your coverage this weekend.

[@ScottJohnson-cf8fk]

To be fair people said that about Robinson a few years ago, too. I lowered my expectations for picks in round 4 & beyond. But I think Booker seems intriguing. He should focus more on bulking his rookie year than playing time. This should be a pick planned for a year or 2 from now

[@creightonc8147]

They gave up nothing, they traded a next year 4th, but they get it back in the Mooney comp pick. He’s free, ummm B+ he’s a 5th round pick, with good traits, a 2-3 year project. All good.

[@Renov8homeimprovement]

So the Bears have essentially given up a 2025 4th round pick for Austin Booker? Don't the Bears have two 4th round picks next year??? You know, because of the JF trade with Pittsburgh? So essentially, Poles traded Fields this year for a draft pick next year, which was traded to draft Booker this year! And, if Booker had gone next year, he's stated to have been a 1st round pick? So essentially, the Bears have swapped one 1st round draft pick (JF) for another probable 1st rounder (Booker). Seems like good business to me!

[@Jonnyquest1971]

Imo it's not risky taking a potential 3rd round pick in the 5th round, definitely an A + .

[@tonybrito9366]

Being a life-long Bears fan , I've been part of way too many sad seasons and poorest quarterback play and it seems like forever but it's only been about 100 years lol , so we still need a little luck and good coaching along with some good team plays which is absolutely necessary to make a successful Team so I'm very excited about this upcoming season and the future of our Chicago Bears 🐻 Down !!! CANT WAIT TO GET TO BATTLE GREEN BAY WHO I LOVE TO HATE !!!!

[@seantardi3775]

I was thinking Ngakoue last night, but I like this guy

[@blankname6629]

They still need to get another edge and probably two dts.

[@devinzilligen4933]

​@@blankname6629 they signed an undrafted FA DT that I think is looking pretty good

[@blankname6629]

@@devinzilligen4933 Randolph yeah I thought that was a good signing. But you have to remember they let Justin jones leave. The reason Randolph was not drafted was because of his inconsistent play. I’d feel a lot more comfortable there if we get to solid veteran signings at that position

[@Madskillsuniversity]

I loved that we finally got a great punter because ours was terrible. That said, to get this guy for a future 4th rounder was outstanding. I love his upside and him working with Sweat. What if the Bears brought back Mack for a 2035 round draft pick. LOL. They cannot afford him and he is a free agent next year. That said, Booker looked like he was hungry and I love it. They also grabbed UDFA's Keith Randolph and Jamree Kromah! They are both run stoppers to say the least. Bear Down!

[@dshay100]

Teven Jenkins is our best OL when healthy.

[@paulwatson5531]

One thing I'll say if the bears aren't good this year it's on the team. Poles did his job. They gotta go theirs. Coaching fail the team then that's on poles. He's put the best talent we've had in awhile or ever tbh( outside of 85)

[@briannettles669]

Booker has good physical talent and physical skills. But he is extremely inexperienced and very raw so he will need a lot of development. Booker will not be starting for the Bears any time soon, but in a few seasons, he could be a good contributing player. He is definitely a boom-or-bust type of player, but he is well worth the gamble in the 5th round. I like that Poles is taking some risks and drafting some players with raw talent who need a lot of development but have a high long-term upside, as opposed to taking more polished players with less upside who can contribute as a backup right now.

[@OracleofHalas]

booker is 6' 4" with 33 7/8 arms, and on his pro-day he weighed in at 253lbs and ran even faster than at the combine.

[@philthyyyy]

You know what’s even better? He man handled the packers first round pick at the senior bowl multiple times in a row.

[@Snowgangtaefoe]

He actually 6’5 my guy talk what u kno

[@Snowgangtaefoe]

Not what you herd

[@j8k3d18]

He’s listed as 6’4 and 1/2, from the official combine measurements. Maybe take your own advice, and not be smug, my guy.

[@Snowgangtaefoe]

@@j8k3d18 he’s 6’5 dude just move along please

[@kylerak2]

When you said “this is a good pick” I swear it was just like your intro montage

[@icebear5554]

Ryan Poles is a generational talent at his position tbh lol …. It’s all on the coaches now. Eberflus should be on the hot seat imo

[@Tylerdoesit]

I wish I could like this multiple times...and share It to everyone of my bears related social media

[@richarddavis5289]

Can we see how the season plays out before we put people on the hot seat

[@icebear5554]

@@richarddavis5289nope they are on it. He wasn’t great last season as we know. What he’s been given to work with ?? This is his season to shine! Sink or swim he IS on the hot seat!!!!

[@richarddavis5289]

@@icebear5554 Coach turned that defense into a top unit in the NFL. It was a remarkable turnaround. Definitely a solid season for Flus. The two guys that failed were Getsy, and Fields. Both guys were held accountable and no longer with the team

[@BMattWill]

​@@richarddavis5289 No, he didn't. Sweat turned the defense around, and they still blew games. Short of 10 wins, and he's gone.

[@toddaniballi2877]

A- ... the minus is just for the inexperience ... A lot of people are knocking taking a punter in the 4th round ... But field position is so important! We haven't won the field position battle, since Devin Hester was here! I think it was a great pick! I'd give our overall draft, an A! So excited for next season! The Hawks & Cubs our rising too! 3 yrs from now, will we be lucky enough to call Chicago, Title Town? Dare to dream! So excited for the future of Chicago sports!

[@donn1387]

This shows that Poles thinks this team is very close, if not ready to compete now. He wouldn’t waste a pick on a punter if he didn’t think we were close to competing for the division or at least a wild card spot.

[@johnfuzz5179]

Booker was who bears wanted at 4, got best punter in college AND still got Booker!!!! Lets Gooooo

[@sbcburgos2300]

The most I would have him go up in weight is 10 pounds. I don't want him bulking up too much to slow him down

[@hyperspazz8082]

What a great Draft for the Bears. I would give them an A-. I just hope CW is who they say he is, and shows it on the field. Always looks good on paper. On the field it doesn't always pan out. Prove me wrong CW.

[@reubensmith2208]

Man great show and I will subscribe!!! Keep up the awesome work!!! BEARDOWN ✌️ 💯 💪 👊!!!

[@rodneyharvey8938]

He gets to learn with sweat tutoring him

[@KINGPUTIN]

Next years pick belonged to Carolina. Poles got him for free ❤

[@trueeco2951]

FYI, we traded Fields for a 4th round pick, so a 4th is not a throw away pick. This guy is 6'4" not 6'6" or 6'5" like so many are reporting. He is undersized and has to add 20 lbs of muscle mass to even hold his ground. He played 1 year of college ball. This is a mega reach. Hopefully, he hits the weight room hard to increase his overall power. He is a rotational depth guy. We still need a free agent interior Dine rush specialist badly.

[@Ruff2812]

I can see him playing a Micah Parson role in this defense 🔥🔥🔥

[@black_iraq_warveteran150]

Great pick 💪🏾

[@dongzilla1979]

Great channel! Thanks for the work.

[@jeffjohnson6709]

They still need to get offensive lineman. It's a fourth round pick man. It's the bears. I won't believe anything unless I see it when it comes to the beats.

[@jacobalmquist5011]

This is direct competition for Dominique Robison.

[@michaelgriego6882]

If poles only wants his own players he wouldn't of resigned Cole Kmet and Jaylon Johnson.

[@telcis77]

If a fifth round can be steal of draft then great pick

[@mikeporten8174]

Ryan Poles is a genius.

[@telcis77]

How many first second rounds players end up being all star hall of famer some times round doesn't matter

[@geraldtn3175]

Such a great draft despite having only 4 (5 now) picks

[@GillieWilson-ze2df]

And Bears 2nd round translates to Montez Sweat . That was 40 thatWashington traded to Eagles, andthey took Cooper DeJean, CB . All the top Edge guys gone . After Verse at 19,next Edge was Kneeland, 56 . Same with getting Allen WR for a 4th . I say thats 5 starters and 2 project guys that will be starters next year . Awesome draft !

[@doitall36]

BOOKER IS ONLY 21 AND WONT BE 22 UNTIL DECEMBER

[@okstever]

I was trying to explain that to people who wanted Verse @ #9, he's already 24. Booker in 2 years can be an absolute monster. He needs to gain about 10-15 lbs.

[@MapleSyrupPoet]

6'6" 245lbs ...niceee 😊

[@KimberlyMitchell-jf7nv]

I’m sure I’m not the only one mad about the fields trade instead of signing Keenan Allen the bears could had both Marvin Harrison jr and Rome but on rookie contracts for the next 3 years and picked up another first round pick for 2025

[@donn1387]

If the league thought Fields was good, we’d have gotten more than a 6th round pick. Lots of opportunities, Denver took Bo fucking Nix, if Atlanta was hedging their bets on Cousins health and used the number 8 pick in round one instead of giving the Bears a 4th for Fields. Or LV, or the Giants who stuck with Daniel Jones. We weren’t trading him to Minn in the division, but clearly nobody thought much of his future with his rookie deal coming close to its end.

[@donn1387]

Why care about a 40 time on a D Lineman? Burst and 10 yard time is much more relevant. When will a lineman run 40 yards in a game play? Never.

[@briannettles669]

The 40-yard dash time is crucial when evaluating NFL edge rushers for a few reasons. First, it measures their raw speed and acceleration, which are vital for edge rushers to burst past offensive linemen and get to the quarterback quickly. Second, it provides insights into their explosiveness off the line of scrimmage, indicating how effectively they can generate power and momentum in short distances. Additionally, a faster 40 time suggests better agility and change of direction abilities, which are valuable for maneuvering around blockers and making plays in space. Overall, while the 40-yard dash isn't the sole determinant of success for edge rushers, it's a significant metric used by scouts and coaches to gauge their athleticism and potential impact on the field.

[@johnnyj9587]

totally agree. need that fast reaction when reading play and that short burst. so stoked for the Bears future! 🐻⬇️

[@Pok-001]

Never understood why the 40 yard is so important It’s sprinting and technique from a set position isn’t involved in football Should be measured from stand position and with pads and helmet in. IMO

[@lupecanez9631]

G.M. POLES IS THE KING OF THE RULLETT WHEEL ! HOW ? HE GOES AFTER THE BALLER WHOM HE KNOWS NOT THINKS , THAT'LL HELP OUR TEAM . HE GOES ROUND AND ROUND , AND WHEN HE SEES THAT NUMBER HE GOES AGGRESSIVELY AFTER IT . USUALLY WHEN THE WHEEL STOPS TURNING HE'S GOT THE BALLER HE WANTS , AND THEN HE TURNS AROUND AND TRADES UP . ON ANOTHER SHOW ( similar to this one ) , I READ WHERE KING POLES COMMITTED HIGH WAY ROBBERY , THAT'S NOT ROBBERY THAT'S JUST THE KNOWLEDGE OF HIS , AND THE NEED FOR OUR TEAM !

[@AG1980sBaby]

I was hoping they would've drafted him in the 4th

[@johnnyj9587]

What was his 3 cone drill time? 40 isn't a huge factor on the edge. 3 cone drill. 5yds to your right. back 10 yds to your left and back to where you started. Thats a number that want faster not 40.

[@Candesious]

Player 40-Yard 20-Yard 3-Cone Vertical Jump Broad Jump Bench Press Austin Booker 4.79 DNP DNP 32.50" 10'0" DNP

[@Candesious]

His pro day the 20yrd was 4.47 and the 3 cone was 7.28

[@Candesious]

20 yard shuttle...

[@Jonnyquest1971]

I'm very frugal, so 4 me I'd go with Bud Depree, I think he'd be cheaper and definitely an upgrade over Dominique Robinson

[@joelsandler1119]

He's only 21 and was not playing all downs. He needs to fill out.

[@xSamyxGoattabeWemby90x]

Austin Booker !!

[@AG1980sBaby]

Campbell is 38

[@user-vo5kv9qi6k]

Don't want a 60 yr old Calais. Kids need snaps not for a guy who isn't our future . Cut DRob.

[@gualbertogarcia305]

EVERYBODY that Complained about RYAN POLES in the Past, What do You say NOW ?

[@seantardi3775]

I give GM Poles an A

[@nyegesford9820]

A

[@VictoriaColmenares-rv5dq]

He’s slow for being so light . You let him stay light . Add maybe 10-15 lbs which isn’t much on a 6’6” frame but maxinize speed and suddenness and explosiveness and develop his pass rush moves and leave him as a pass rush specialist . Just like when they tried to make mark anderson a full time starter he failed . Just let him stay in his lane

[@eamonmcmahon6659]

Let him be Will Anderson, a passing down specialist before the awful decision-making by the Bears coaching staff ruined his career. Let the run stoppers do their job. This kid has a great set of skills. Is 10 or 11 sacks out of the question?

[@clanski1634]

He’s pretty good but belonged right in the 120-150 pick range.

[@GatorGates23]

As a Bears fan, i like it... as a K State Wildcat Lynch Mob member for life, fuck him for being a Jayhawk... lol

[@bevrosity]

not really a trade up lol

[@shermanburrell254]

B

[@woodstocknation1961]

Wait a minute you saying IF. sounds to me like the excuse making finger pointing has already started. First it will be the QB coach and OC. Then it will be the Trainer and Team doctor then the HC. Then the media can blame the rabid fans for having UNREALISTIC expectations. And everyone can blame the media for anointing CW the darling face of the NFL

[@user-xu1bi1jq4x]

Stop it!!!! He's a 240lb project. Situational player.

[@matthew872960]

comping him to Max Crosby is a little much

[@mat.martin666]

Look at it from Buffalo standpoint.... Phone rings 🤳 "🤔... Uh huh....uh huh ... Ok... Yeah sure👍" Hey guys... You're never gonna believe this, The Bears are on the phone and they want to give us a 4th round pick now for Bates if we give them their 5th back 😂😂🤣🤣.." "Ryan Poles.. are you still there ❓❓... .. You got yourself a goddamn deal sir❗" phone hangs up .. "😂😂😂🤣😅😂🤣😆"

[@tehmpus]

1. Caleb - A, 2. Odunze -D+, 3. Amegadjie - A+, 4. Tory Taylor - C, 5. Booker - B [I guess I'm never really a fan of giving up future draft picks in most situations. However, if the Bears are so confident in this pick that they choose NOT to sign a free agent DE, then I'd bump my grade up to an A. However, if they do sign a DE, that tells me a lack in confidence with this selection. Basically grabbing a developmental guy with no chance to really play this year would be a poor use of a future pick]

[@joedeertae4126]

Not an A+…needs time to develop & bulk up. He could’ve waited until next year (or the yr after) to go higher. Needs more more reps.

[@BHart777]

If Booker had waited until next year to come out with another year of college experience, he was projected to be a mid-to-late first rounder. The Bears got him early for a fourth, and he gets that extra year of experience in the NFL! The Bears knocked this one out of the park!

[@Hutch402]

B+...would be an A but they drafted a damn Punter ...I don't care how good he is

[@chitownhustler3372]

Then you don't know football.

[@Hutch402]

@@chitownhustler3372 There is gonna be someone we passed up on in that round that is going to be legit. Who was the last Punter drafted in the last 5 to ten years that we talk about?

[@champstar9669]

CW does *NOT* embody the fanbase. 🚫 🌈

[@Lilkill-zq7no]

Poles crushed it this time, didn't like other drafts because i wanted more for Justin. But getting so many good players, even the best punter.

[@williamabrahamjr9981]

A

[@wallysmith6229]

A

[@orlandusleonard3528]

A