10 most realistic options for the Bears at No. 9 in NFL draft

The Chicago Bears are preparing for the 2024 NFL draft, where they have a pair of top-10 picks, including the first overall selection. There’s no doubt it’ll be quarterback Caleb Williams at No. 1.

The Bears also have the ninth overall pick, which gives general manager Ryan Poles an opportunity to bolster the roster. But unlike the first pick, there’s more intrigue and different scenarios at play, depending on how the board falls.

While Chicago is sitting on the edge of the top 10, there are still a number of top prospects who could very well be on the board when the No. 9 pick rolls around. The defensive line and pass catcher figure to be the likeliest options that could warrant that No. 9 pick.

With that in mind, here are the most realistic options for the Bears at ninth overall: