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The team's first-round pick in the inaugural NFL draft was Joe Stydahar, a tackle from West Virginia University; he was the 6th overall selection. [23] The Bears have held the first overall pick three times and selected Tom Harmon in 1941, Bob Fenimore in 1947, and Caleb Williams in 2024. [23]
The draft was held April 28–29, 1987, at the Marriot Marquis in New York City, New York. [1] [2] The league also held a supplemental draft after the regular draft and before the regular season. With the first overall pick of the draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected quarterback Vinny Testaverde.
Cavanaugh was selected by the New England Patriots with the 50th overall pick in the second round of the 1978 NFL draft, [14] but spent much of his career as a backup. [15] His professional playing career included stints with the Patriots (1979-82), San Francisco 49ers (1983-85), Philadelphia Eagles 1986-89), and New York Giants (1990-91). [16]
Finding impactful players in the NFL draft isn't always easy. But the Bears have had their share of success in the last 10 years. 10 best Bears draft picks since 2000
The Chicago Bears selected Harbaugh in the first round (26th overall) of the 1987 NFL draft. [52] During the 1987 season , playing under head coach Mike Ditka , Harbaugh completed only one of 15 passes in an August 27 exhibition game against the St. Louis Cardinals . [ 53 ]
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Bears are likely to give up record draft pick compensation in the swap. Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 ...
The Bears have had plenty of busts over the 20-plus years. Here's a look at Chicago's worst draft picks since 2000.
Jeff Stapleton: Minnesota Vikings: T 1977 4 5 89 Scott Dierking: New York Jets: RB 5 6 118 Dave LaFary: New Orleans Saints: T 7 17 184 Blane Smith: Cleveland Browns: TE 9 23 246 Mike Northington: Washington Redskins: RB 10 10 261 Mark Vitali: Kansas City Chiefs: QB 11 15 294 Connie Zelencik: Chicago Bears: C 1978 6 1 139 John Skibinski: Chicago ...