The Chicago Bears made a number of impressive selections throughout the 2024 NFL Draft. Quarterback Caleb Williams and wide receiver Rome Odunze highlight a class of draft picks that will spearhead the Bears forward. Despite Williams and Odunze clearly taking center stage, it was third-round offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie that impressed Pro Football Focus when analyzing Chicago's entire class.
KIRAN AMEGADJIE
"Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze are the obvious standouts from the Bears" class, as they will have the opportunity to impact and transform the team's offense instantly," PFF's Trevor Sikkema wrote. "But Amegadjie is a sneaky great pick for them after they secured their quarterback and pass catcher. The Bears have a good offensive line, but it could be better and, at worst, needed some depth. Amegadjie is a very talented player who can provide good reps at tackle or guard. Chicago’s situation gives him time to develop from Ivy League competition to the pros."
Amegadjie is expected to push current starting left tackle Braxton Jones for the starting gig and right to protect Williams" blind side. Amegadjie was limited with injury in 2023, but PFF assigned him an elite run-blocking grade of 87.9, and a pass-pro score of 79.9. He especially thrived in zone-blocking schemes, earning an offensive grade of 87.8 via such concepts. That is the system new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron is expected to implement.
The Bears have a solid offensive line. Darnell Wright is a long-term solution at right tackle. Some combination of Teven Jenkins, Nate Davis, Ryan Bates, and Coleman Shelton should provide quality interior protection. Drafting a high-upside player like Amaegadjie could help elevate their left tackle position to the next level.
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