Kiper gives 2011 draft a "C"

With the playoff action, changes that have already occurred on the Bears’ coaching staff and those that will be made soon, plus the search for a new G.M., Mel Kiper’s re-grading of the 2011 draft was almost lost in the shuffle. Kiper originally gave the Bears a “B” for their five picks, but after a year to evaluate, he dropped that grade to a “C,” which seems about right. Jerry Angelo’s last draft class could have lived up to its original grade had starting ORT Gabe Carimi not been lost for the season in Week Two. “Carimi could pan out at right tackle and had the job coming out of camp,” Kiper said. “There's no telling whether he'll be able to move to the left side.” read more