Which free agent defensive backs must the Chicago Bears be sure to target?

The Chicago Bears have put together a defensive unit with some nice upside. Their defense showed some promise down the stretch last season, but a majority of that was because of the front seven.

Led by guys like Akiem Hicks, Leonard Floyd, Jerrell Freeman and Danny Trevathan, the Bears have an interesting mix of front seven players. However, there is plenty to be desired in the secondary.

The Bears expect to have plenty of cap space to work with this off season. They will be major players in free agency, with safety and cornerback both being obvious areas of attack.

Which free agent defensive backs will the Chicago Bears targets? Let’s take a look at five.

5. Micah Hyde, S, Green Bay Packers

A fifth-round selection by the Green Bay Packers in the 2013 NFL Draft, Micah Hyde has exceeded expectations in the NFL. He played a bit of a part-time role for the Packers, but showed incredible versatility and a strong overall skill-set.

Hyde has primarily played safety for the Packers, but has shown the ability to play both in deep coverage and near the line of scrimmage. He also shows the coverage skills and awareness to defend receivers out of the slot.

He is a bit of a jack-of-all-trades who could really flourish in an expanded opportunity. I could see the Bears signing Hyde, immediately making him the best safety on the roster. He could play a variety of roles for the team including safety, slot cornerback and special teams.

Hyde is not only a talented player who fits an obvious need for the Chicago Bears. It would also be nice to snag a guy away from the Packers.