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Bears draft review: Pieces in place for Justin Fields

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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) passed for 2,242 yards and rushed for 1,143 yards in 2022.

What pick revealed the most about Ryan Poles’ thought process?

South Carolina defensive tackle Zacch Pickens in the third round (No. 64). After taking Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter in the second round (No. 53), Poles chose to load up in the interior of the line instead of reaching for an edge rusher. It remains to be seen if it will work out, but Poles’ patience and discipline — in everything he does in this job — seems like an impressive trait for a GM who inherited a huge mandate for change.