The Chicago Bears' 2022 NFL Draft class netted 11 players from multiple positions. Defensive backs, offensive linemen, a couple of skill players, a pass rusher, and a punter were all added to the roster. And if you count quarterback Justin Fields as the Bears' first-round pick, it's fair to say General Manager Ryan Poles did well in his first draft on the job.
According to the analytics powerhouse Pro Football Focus, Poles was just... OK. PFF gave the Bears a B- for their 2022 draft results.
"There were a couple of different ways the Bears could have gone with their first pick, but they again decided not to add an offensive lineman or wide receiver to support Justin Fields,
, and there are certainly valid arguments to suggest that's the case. But a deeper dive into what Poles said this offseason reveals a different story. Chicago is taking significant steps toward helping their young quarterback via a new coaching staff and calculated transactions aimed at building a well-rounded roster. There haven't been any headline-grabbing signings or draft picks, but those rarely result in consistent success anyway.
A B- for a draft class without a first-round pick isn't terrible. It seems pretty fair. The Bears deserve credit for flipping six picks into 11, and if half of their choices pan out, the 2022 NFL Draft will be a resounding success.
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