The Bear’s Den, April 26, 2025

Bears draft haul includes highly-rated Burden, others in day two in the draft

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WWE superstar Seth Rollins delivers epic Chicago Bears 2nd-round NFL Draft pick – SI – WWE superstar Seth Rollins delivered top-notch trash talking to Green Bay fans when he announced one of the Chicago Bears‘ 2nd round picks at the 2025 NFL Draft

Bears’ early draft haul has prioritized Ben Johnson’s vision – 670 – When the Bears introduced Ben Johnson as their new head coach in late January, general manager Ryan Poles spoke of his desire to lean on Johnson’s input in personnel decisions. He has certainly done that on the first two days of this NFL Draft.

Bears take Burden, Trapilo, Turner in 2nd round of NFL Draft – 670 – The Bears selected Missouri receiver Luther Burden III, Boston College offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo and Texas A&M defensive tackle Shemar Turner in the second round of the NFL Draft on Friday evening.

Loveland believes Idaho upbringing ‘will take me a long way’ – 670 – New Bears tight end Colston Loveland, the No. 10 overall pick in the NFL Draft, credited his Idaho upbringing as a key part of his success that has led him to Chicago.

The Bears’ love TE Colston Loveland’s brand — hard worker – Chicago Sun-Times – On Tuesday, two days before the Bears would draft him and change his life forever, Loveland helped brand cattle back home in Gooding, Idaho.

Soldier Field maintenance draws flags from Bears – Chicago Sun-Times – In a contentious letter to the Chicago Park District, Bears President Kevin Warren complained about the physical condition of Soldier Field and its operations, which he blamed on “the lack of routine maintenance and capital improvements.”

2025 NFL draft: Who did the Chicago Bears select? – As the Chicago Bears assemble their 2025 draft class, the Tribune is offering a snapshot of what each player has to offer.

NFL Draft best available players for Chicago Bears: Cam Skattebo, Devin Neal – The Athletic – The Bears enter Day 3 of the draft still looking for a running back, and they could also pick a defensive back or linebacker.

Bears draft DT Shemar Turner: How he fits, draft grade and scouting intel – The Athletic – Turner is the first draft pick for new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen’s unit and joins newcomers Grady Jarrett and Dayo Odeyingbo.

Bears draft WR Luther Burden III: How he fits, draft grade and scouting intel – The Athletic – Burden, a semifinalist for the Biletnikoff Award, joins Ben Johnson and the new-look Bears offense.

Bears draft OT Ozzy Trapilo: How he fits, draft grade and scouting intel – The Athletic – It took longer than Bears fans wanted, but they took an offensive tackle with the 56th pick, grabbing the 6-foot-8 Trapilo.

Grading every pick of NFL Draft Rounds 2 and 3: Seahawks get B for Jalen Milroe pick – The Athletic – How did each team fare with its draft picks on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft?

Bears hoping third-round defensive pick cleans up act — to an extent – SI – Texas A&M defensive lineman Shemar Turner made a big impact on the line at tackle and on the edge but also had a habit of drawing unsportsmanlike penalties.

2025 NFL Draft: Biggest winners from Chicago Bears first four selections – SI – The Bears have made some fantastic selections over the first two days of the 2025 NFL draft. Here’s which Bears won the most after the first three rounds.

Bears trade back to take a tackle — but is he a starter? – Chicago Sun-Times – The Bears traded the No. 41 pick of the draft to the Bills on Friday night in a deal that saw six selections exchanged.

Jordan or LeBron? New Bears TE Colston Loveland nimbly dodges question – Chicago Sun-Times – Michigan coach Sherrone Moore tipped off the Chicago media to one of Loveland’s many strong opinions, but he declined to elaborate.

Texas A&M defensive tackle Shemar Turner ‘really checks the boxes’ for Bears DC Dennis Allen’s defense – Chicago Sun-Times – The Bears picked Turner in the second round at No. 62 overall.

Bears coach Ben Johnson’s fingerprints all over 2025 draft, as they should be – Chicago Sun-Times – The Bears picked versatile skill players in the first two rounds to help Johnson get his offense off and running immediately.

Bears press on in NFL Draft, pick Missouri WR Luther Burden III in 2nd round at No. 39 overall – Chicago Sun-Times – Burden joins a wide receiver group that already has DJ Moore and Rome Odunze.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Film study: New Bears DT Shemar Turner a quick, powerful run defender – Windy City Gridiron – WCG’s lead draft analyst shares his thoughts on the Bears’ newest defender.

Bears draft 2025: Film shows OT Ozzy Trapilo a physical specimen – Windy City Gridiron – WCG’s lead draft analyst breaks down Chicago’s latest offensive line draft pick.

X reacts to the Chicago Bears selection of DT Shemar Turner – Windy City Gridiron – Making their final pick of the second round, the Bears finally took a defensive player.

Bears NFL Draft 2025: Chicago selects Shemar Turner, DT, Texas A&M – Windy City Gridiron – Another lineman! Give us your grade for this pick in the poll below.

Bears fan Seth Rollins Trolls Packers Fans, announces Ozzy Trapilo Draft Pick – Windy City Gridiron – The WWE star was on stage in Green Bay and let the fans have it.

Bears NFL Draft 2025: Chicago selects Ozzy Trapilo, OT, Boston College – Windy City Gridiron – The Bears went trenches and we want you to give us your grade here.

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