Sep 3, 2022; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Shemar Turner (5) celebrates his sack Sam Houston State Bearkats quarterback Jordan Yates (not pictured) during the first quarter at Kyle Field. Photo: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Bears Select Texas A&M DT Shemar Turner with the 62nd Pick in the 2025 NFL Draft

Originally posted on On Tap Sports Net | By Ron Luce | Last updated Apr 25, 2025 11:31 PM ET

Addressing another need on the roster, the Chicago Bears used their third second-round pick to upgrade the trenches. After selecting OT Ozzy Trapilo with the 56th overall pick that was acquired in the trade with Buffalo, the Bears chose DT Shemar Turner from Texas A&M at 62nd overall.

Entering the draft, the trenches were a clear need on both sides of the football. With a pair of second round picks, the Bears upgrade those positions.

DT Shemar Turner

Turner has played the edge in his time with Texas A&M, but kicked inside with the arrival of Nic Scourton. However, Turner has an explosion that the Bears clearly like, and he may be able to move around and do different things in a Dennis Allen-inspired defense.

I liked Shemar Turner more in 2023 than I did in 2024. In 2023 he played more on the edge and moved inside when Scourton came in. He’s twitchy, athletic and violent and if it were up to me I’d have him play on the edge for the Bears
— Chicago Football Connection (@CFCBears) April 26, 2025

In four years with the Aggies, Turner recorded 115 combined tackles (54 solo) with 24 tackles for loss, 10 sacks, and three forced fumbles. Turner is disruptive, and could be an intriguing weapon on the defensive line joining the likes of Montez Sweat, Grady Jarrett, and others.

This article first appeared on On Tap Sports Net and was syndicated with permission.

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