Jamal Adams (8-1)
A definite favorite of many mock drafters out there. The reasoning is easy enough to understand. Jamal Adams is one of the best defensive backs in the class. He’s big, tough, aggressive and a leader on the field. Somebody who will set the tone for games. Given how hard up the Bears have been at safety for the past decade, taking somebody like him would make plenty of sense in context.
Problem is there just really isn’t a lot special about him. He’s a good athlete (not a great one) who becomes a top player thanks to his intelligence and work ethic. Is he truly a difference-maker though? It’s hard to feel that way. He only had five interceptions in three seasons for LSU. Will he be a leader? Absolutely, but the Bears don’t just need leaders. They need playmakers. So it’s difficult to see him going at #3.
