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Alyssa Barbieri

Bears sign Darnell Wright, Zacch Pickens, Tyler Scott to rookie deals

The Chicago Bears have announced the signings of three rookie draft picks: first-round offensive tackle Darnell Wright, third-round defensive tackle Zacch Pickens and fourth-round wide receiver Tyler Scott.

Wright, the 10th overall selection, was the second offensive tackle selected in the 2023 NFL draft. He was the consensus best right tackle in the draft, and he’s an immediate plug-and-play starter for Chicago.

Pickens was selected at the top of the third round, joining Gervon Dexter as the second defensive tackle drafted by Chicago. During rookie minicamp, Pickens lined up mostly at the three-technique spot, where he’s expected to serve as a key rotational piece.

Scott was a steal for the Bears in the fourth round, where he brings Olympic-level speed and playmaking ability to the offense. He joins a receiving corp that also consists of DJ Moore, Chase Claypool and Darnell Mooney.

Chicago previously signed fifth-round linebacker Noah Sewell and cornerback Terell Smith, as well as seventh-round defensive tackle Travis Bell and safety Kendall Williamson to their rookie contracts.

The Bears have three draft picks who remain unsigned: defensive tackle Gervon Dexter, cornerback Tyrique Stevenson and running back Roschon Johnson.

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