New mock draft predicts Bears won't select USC QB Caleb Williams

Although many scouts believe Southern Cal's Caleb Williams is the top quarterback in this year's class, a new mock draft has the Chicago Bears taking a different signal-caller.
 
Connor Livesay of The 33rd Team predicts Chicago will select Penn State offensive tackle Olumuyiwa Fashanu with the first overall pick and North Carolina QB Drake Maye with the fourth pick.

"Justin Fields is auditioning for the Bears' starting QB job for the remainder of the season, and the team could look to replace him even if he's on the roster in 2024," wrote Livesay. "While Fields could earn himself more leash, adding a QB to the mix is likely the best decision for the Bears long-term because Fields has not shown enough to warrant passing on a QB of Maye's caliber."

Maye has impressed in three seasons with the Tar Heels. The 21-year-old has completed 65.2 percent of his passes for 7,764 yards, 61 TDs, 14 interceptions and a 155.5 passer rating.