The Chicago Bears have plenty of reasons for optimism about the future. Chicago may have finished the regular season 5-12, but they saw signs of development from QB Caleb Williams. The Bears also brought in offensive guru Ben Johnson to be their next head coach.

The Chicago Bears have work to do to become contenders in 2025. Before free agency begins, here's a three-round mock draft that could fill their most pressing needs.

In PFF's new mock draft, the Bears take a swing and trade for a star pass rusher that would elevate their defense.