Now that the 2012 NFL Draft has been completed, analysts are beginning to break down and assess each team's haul. Sports Illustrated's Chris Burke ranked the drafts and gave the Chicago Bears a C.
Chicago Bears: Can Shea McClellin develop into the pass-rusher Chicago needs? Will Alshon Jefferey stay in shape? Is Brandon Hardin healthy? The Bears took some risks early and nabbed a couple of borderline prospects late. Grade: C
Related: Chicago Bears 2012 Draft Results
The Bears surprised a lot of people with the McClellin pick, and as Burke notes, there are question marks elsewhere. But Lovie Smith is pleased with what the team did over the weekend, and of course, it's going to take a few years before the 2012 draft class can be graded accurately.
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