The previous Chicago Bears 2019 mock draft was focused on how the team sort of stayed the course and did what they could with what they had.

However, does anybody for a second believe that’s how GM Ryan Pace thinks? This guy has established his reputation from the beginning as someone unafraid to be aggressive. There is every reason to think that if given an opportunity to get what he deems a true impact player, he’s going to find a way. Just look at the Khalil Mack and Anthony Miller trades last year for an idea.

Sure enough, he finds a way to shock people yet again. Despite having only five picks at the start of action this year, he manages to make a bold move that catches fans by surprise.

2nd Round (via OAK)

Bears Get #35 pick Raiders Get #88 pick and 2nd in 2020

1 Josh Jacobs RB, Alabama

Keep in mind that last year Ryan Pace gave up a future 2nd rounder and a 4th round pick to the Patriots that got them the 51st pick in the draft. This time they’re giving up a future 2nd rounder and a 3rd round pick. Logic dictates they should be able to score an even higher pick than that. After securing three 1st rounders in 2019, the Raiders would likely be open to getting back a 2nd rounder they lost in the Khalil Mack deal, so it works out.

Matt Nagy wants that featured running back who can do it all, right? Here he is. Josh Jacobs is widely viewed as the best back in the draft. Pretty surprising since he’s never had more than 700 yards rushing in his college career. So why? Traits. The kid jumps out on tape every time he touches the ball. Speed? Yep. Vision and quickness? Yes indeed. Soft hands and receiving ability? That too. He’s the total package and doesn’t have much wear and tear on the body.

It’s a perfect match.