CHICAGO – The Chicago Bears have made a bold move in the 2023 NFL Draft by trading their No. 1 pick to the Carolina Panthers.
According to a tweet from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Bears received the 9th and 61st picks in this year’s draft, as well as Carolina’s first-round pick in the 2024 NFL draft and the second-round pick in 2025.
The move will be widely discussed among fans and analysts, with many praising the Bears for their willingness to stockpile future draft picks. The Bears also gained wide receiver DJ Moore in the trade, adding another weapon to their offense.
The Bears have roughly $95 million in salary cap space, making them well-positioned to address their needs on both the offensive and defensive lines.
While it remains to be seen how the picks acquired in the trade will pan out, the Bears’ willingness to make a bold move in pursuit of future success has drawn praise from many in the NFL community. The 2023 NFL Draft promises to be an interesting one, with the Bears holding multiple picks in the early rounds.
