The second and third rounds of the 2018 NFL draft may have come and gone, but the fun didn’t stop there. Here are some things you should know about the Chicago Bears’ rounds 4-7 selections.
JOEL IYIEGBUNIWE
Round 4, Pick 115, LB
Western Kentucky, 6-1, 229
On the field: First-team all-Conference USA selection led the Hilltoppers with 117 tackles and 11 1/2 tackles for loss last season.
Upside: He’s a rangy, run-and-hit linebacker who has flashed pass-rush ability.
Downside: He doesn’t provide the consistent edge-rushing presence the Bears roster lacks.
BILAL NICHOLS
Round 5, Pick 145, DL
Delaware, 6-4, 306
On the field: Nichols had 56 tackles — 6 1/2 for loss — 5 1/2 sacks, an interception, four pass break-ups and a fumble recovery in his senior season.
Upside: Nichols can provide decent athleticism as he joins the rotation.
Downside: Nichols didn’t play football until high school, and his highest level of experience is against FCS competition.
KYLIE FITTS
Round 6, Pick 181, OLB
Utah, 6-4, 263
On the field: He totaled only 4 1/2 sacks over the past two seasons because of injuries. But he had seven sacks in 13 games in 2015.
Upside: Fitts’ potential as a pass rusher when healthy is worth the low price of a sixth-round pick.
Downside: Fitts must prove his body can withstand the rigors of pro football.
JAVON WIMS
Round 7, Pick 224, WR
Georgia, 6-3, 215
On the field: Wims punctuated his rise from junior college by leading the Bulldogs last season with 45 catches for 720 yards and seven touchdowns.
Upside: Wims stands out for his ability to jump and make contested catches.
Downside: His route running needs to be more detailed, and he doesn’t play with threatening speed downfield.
— Rich Campbell