Three prospects the Bears have to put on their radar after outstanding workouts on Day 4 of the NFL Combine
The 2024 NFL Scouting Combine is officially behind following the offensive linemen's on-field testing during Day 4 on Sunday. Before we put the event in the rearview mirror, first we have to break down how the offensive line class performed during the final day of the event. Three prospects in particular were able to show […]
The 2024 NFL Scouting Combine is officially behind following the offensive linemen's on-field testing during Day 4 on Sunday.
Before we put the event in the rearview mirror, first we have to break down how the offensive line class performed during the final day of the event.
Three prospects in particular were able to show out on Sunday and could find themselves on the Chicago Bears' radar heading into April's draft. While the offensive tackle class looks promising, I'm in the firm believe that the Bears have two solid tackles in place and should instead invest heavily into the interior of the offensive line. That being said, here are three names that stood out to me on Sunday.
Wisconsin C/OG Tanor Bortolini
Overall, I wasn’t entirely impressed with the true offensive guard class at the combine, but there were a few prospects who I believe could play multiple positions on the interior of the offensive line which is seen in high regard among league executives.
One prospect in particular is Wisconsin center Tanor Bortolini who, despite mainly playing center in his career, could switch up to guard at the next level. As a blocker, Bortolini was solid at Wisconsin but he struggled at times with his accuracy snapping the ball. If he cleans it up he has the ability to play both positions of need for the Bears.
As for his on the field testings, Bortolini posted the fastest 3-cone drill, fastest shuttle time, and second fastest 40-time among all offensive linemen in attendance. His 9.85 RAS score accurately reflects the athleticism he shows on the field.
Arkansas C/OG Beaux Limmer
Another center/guard hybrid who could help out the Bears' offensive line in a big way is Arkansas' Beaux Limmer. Apart from having a great name, Limmer was also tied for the fourth-highest vertical ever at the position with a 36.5 measurement.
While his 40-time wasn’t the best, Limmer posted elite composite scores on the 3-cone and shuttle drills which are more telling assessments for an offensive lineman.
In terms of his versatility up-front, Limmer played the majority of his 2023 season at center but did record 33 snaps at left guard and 58 in 2022. During the 2021 season, Limmer played a total of 794 snaps at right guard. He's a true plug-and-play guy with some athleticism to add to the interior of your offensive line.
North Carolina State C Dylan McMahon
Another underrated prospect that I came away particularly impressed with from the combine was NC State's center Dylan McMahon. The one attribute from McMahon that really impressed me was his 4.45 shuttle time and elite composite jump measurements.
According to Underdog Fantasy's Josh Norris, just 28 offensive linemen recorded a 4.47 short shuttle or better at the NFL Combine since 2010. Of those players, 24 were drafted and went on to start 84% of their NFL games. McMahon and Bortolini were among the six prospects who joined that list this weekend.
Each of those players should now be on the Bears' radar and McMahon could come at a better value later in the draft compared to Bortolini following the show he put on during the last day of the combine.
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