Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser analyze the Bears’ pick of Dillon Thieneman in Round 1 — and why they would have gone in a different direction.
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Here are players at the Bears’ positions of need — edge rusher, defensive tackle, offensive tackle, cornerback and wide receiver — that could be available Friday when the Bears pick at No. 57 and 60 in Round 2.
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It’ll be harder to find a pass rusher in the second or third round than it would’ve been to get a safety there, and the Bears’ defensive line still needs work.
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The Bears have had an opening in the starting lineup alongside newcomer Coby Bryant, and Thieneman will get the inside track to win the job.
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