Chicago Bears National Draft Grades: Ryan Poles Hit the Jackpot

The national media has overwhelmingly praised the 2024 draft class of the Chicago Bears. Across 11 different media outlets, the lowest grade given to this draft class was an A-. With only five players selected, it’s highly likely that the Bears secured at least three players who can step into starting roles right away:

(QB)Caleb Williams

(WR)Rome Odunze

(P) Tory Taylor

Here’s a quick overview of the Bears full 2024 this draft class.

Bears 2024 Final Draft Class

Caleb Williams – Quarterback
Rome Odunze – Wide Receiver
Kiran Amegadjie – Offensive Lineman
Tory Taylor – Punter
Austin Booker – Defensive End

National Grades

Let’s take a look at each of the 11 media outlet’s final grades for the Bears’ 2024 draft class:

PFF: A

NFL.com: A-

USA Today: A+

Sports Illustrated: A+

Associated Press (AP): A+

Sporting News: A-

Fox Sports: A+

Sports Mockery: A

New York Post: A

ESPN: A

The Athletic: A-