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2017 NFL Draft: Chicago Bears Mock Draft

By Jon Dove

Sep 19, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) and quarterback Brian Hoyer (2) takes the field prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 19, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) and quarterback Brian Hoyer (2) takes the field prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 20, 2016; Blacksburg, VA, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Brad Kaaya (15) throws a pass during the third quarter against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 20, 2016; Blacksburg, VA, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Brad Kaaya (15) throws a pass during the third quarter against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports /

Second Round- Brad Kaaya, QB, Miami

The 2nd round might be the Bears best chance to address the quarterback position. Hear they’ll be able to target someone with upside who might not be ready to step immediately into a starting role. The key is for them to find someone with the potential to develop into a long-term starter.

Miami’s Brad Kaaya is a solid option as someone who has shown the ability to run a pro-style offense. He has experience sitting in the pocket, going through his progressions and reading defenses. Miami is one of the few teams out there that is committed to running a pro-style attack.

Kaaya isn’t without his faults with the biggest being his lack of elite arm strength. He has enough arm power to make all the necessary throws, but will have issues cutting through the wind and generating zip to the sideline.

This is something the Bears will need to really consider before they pull the trigger on Kaaya. However, arm strength isn’t everything and Kaaya makes up for this issue with good anticipation.

His experience reading defenses and making quick decisions is exactly what NFL evaluators look for when a prospect lacks top-end arm strength.

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