The Chicago Bears’ opportunity to select a top-tier wide receiver just received a significant boost with their decision not to pursue Calvin Ridley, who recently inked a lucrative contract with the Titans. This move, or rather non-move, could prove advantageous for the Bears in the long term.
With the draft order for the 2024 NFL Draft now set, the Bears face formidable competition from several teams, including the Patriots, Cardinals, Giants, Titans, and Falcons, who could potentially target elite receivers like Marvin Harrison Jr., Malik Nabers, or Rome Odunze.
However, Ridley’s signing with the Titans might indicate a shift in their draft strategy, possibly focusing more on offensive linemen than wide receivers with their seventh overall pick. This reduces the likelihood of them selecting a top receiver, thereby improving the Bears’ chances of landing one of their preferred prospects.
While it’s not certain whether the Bears will indeed prioritize drafting a receiver at their ninth overall pick, or if they’ll even retain that pick given their limited selection, the option of trading back to acquire more picks remains on the table.
The decision by the Titans to sign Ridley enhances the Chicago Bears’ prospects of securing a top-tier receiver in the draft. Whether this scenario materializes or not will be revealed on Draft D
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