Bears Mailbag -- Based On Moves, Can Bears Compete For Super Bowl?

Another week spent in quarantine, another week of uncertainty about when the hell sports are going to come back. While the NFL Draft is expected to occur on time (albeit entirely virtually), rumblings are that the schedule release will be pushed into May, and possibly beyond.

(And it makes sense — who knows what’s really going to happen?)

In the meantime, while we wait for the NFL and Chicago Bears football to return, I’ve got you covered with my weekly Bears Mailbag! Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. Follow me on Twitter @DhruvKoul to continue the conversation.

Mailbag

If they get even decent QB play, I think they can absolutely compete for a Super Bowl. The Bears had arguably the worst QB in the league last year, won 8 games, and probably should've won at least 2-3 others.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 8, 2020

If Foles is even adequate, they have a strong chance of making the playoffs and then making a lot of noise while there. Remember, they won 8 games and should've beaten OAK and LAC. That was with arguably the league's worst QB.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 9, 2020

I think SS, CB, and EDGE3 could be filled by what's on the roster, but they may look for upgrades.

They may like Ifedi to compete with Bars at RG, but I'd expect them to look for more competition. They need speed at WR.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 9, 2020

I'd like either a safety like Tony Jefferson or a CB like Bashaud Breeland. Honestly, an EDGE like Clay Matthews would be awesome.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 9, 2020

I don't think so. Kevin White was not a polished prospect — his injuries were just a freak, unfortunate thing.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 9, 2020

They did address depth by signing Jordan Lewis and bringing back Deon Bush. Remember, teams will plug holes in free agency and build their foundation in the draft. If they find a safety they really like in the draft who is a good value, they'll pull the trigger. Otherwise, no.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 9, 2020

No!!!!!!!!!!!!!
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 9, 2020

I don't want them to trade *up* for him. I don't like his decision making or his ball placement much.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 9, 2020

It depends on what contributed to the lack of success. If injuries took like 75% of the roster again, then maybe they get one last chance. If the QB sunk them again, it's probably over.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 9, 2020

A chance? Sure, given the open competition. Do I think he can realistically beat Foles? No.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 8, 2020

Ruiz and Cushenberry are guys I like.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 8, 2020

I think there will be a season, but it will start late and probably either be shortened or it will end late. Unfortunate, but safety is so crucial.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 8, 2020

It's possible. The Bears do think highly of him. But Germain Ifedi is good competition at RG and I have to imagine the Bears invest in the draft, too.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 8, 2020

Best player available. Always. Never draft just for need.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 8, 2020

Absolutely, he has. My guess is the New Orleans disaster really was the final nail in the coffin. But it had been brewing.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 8, 2020

The Bears are going to go for whomever they believe is the best player at that time. I don't want to say they will target anyone in particular, but I am guessing that TE, EDGE, and QB will be ruled out in Round 2.
— Dhruv Koul (@DhruvKoul) April 8, 2020