The Chicago Bears addressed the offensive line with the selection of Tennessee tackle Darnell Wright with the 10th overall pick.
General manager Ryan Poles has made it a priority to build around quarterback Justin Fields this offseason, which started with acquiring wide receiver DJ Moore in the trade of the No. 1 pick. Now, Poles has addressed the biggest need on offense at tackle.
Wright is expected to start at right tackle opposite Braxton Jones, who will likely continue to develop at left tackle. Chicago’s offensive line gave up 55 sacks on Fields in 15 games last season, so shoring up pass protection has been a focal point this offseason.
“That’s my only plan,” Wright said of keeping Fields upright. “That’s what I’m here for.”
Pre-order Darnell Wright Bears jerseyAs you can imagine, there were plenty of excited Bears players, most notably Fields.
Here’s how Fields and his teammates reacted to the addition of Wright:
Justin Fields
Yessirrrr https://t.co/waZjBMDBJl
— Justin Fields (@justnfields) April 28, 2023
Khalil Herbert
In the trenches relaxed
— Khalil Herbert (@JuiceHerbert) April 28, 2023
Darnell Mooney
Can’t go wrong with a Darnell ! 🤟🏽
— Darnell Mooney (@Darnell_M1) April 28, 2023
BONUS: Bears fans at draft party
The draft party approves ✅ pic.twitter.com/KrFrRehQB1
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) April 28, 2023
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