Top offensive lineman to watch for the Bears at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine
The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine will kickoff next week and we'll get another in-depth look at some of the top prospects in the upcoming draft.The Chicago Bears will more than likely be glued to the trenches next week in Indianapolis scouting the top offensive and defensive linemen. Over the next few days, we'll be breaking […]
The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine will kickoff next week and we'll get another in-depth look at some of the top prospects in the upcoming draft.
The Chicago Bears will more than likely be glued to the trenches next week in Indianapolis scouting the top offensive and defensive linemen. Over the next few days, we'll be breaking down some of the prospects the Bears should watch for beyond the offensive and defensive lines.
But for today, let's start with the offensive front. A position many believe the Bears will look to target with the 10th overall selection in the first-round. Here are the top names to watch out for next week.
First Round Targets
Will Campbell, LSU
This seems to be everyone's ideal pick for the Bears in the first-round if he makes it to Chicago's selection. Will Campbell's biggest worry heading into the combine is his arm length, which could determine whether or not he plays guard or tackle at the next level. The Bears need help at either position and Campbell will need to answer those questions and also separate himself from the pack athletically to land in Chicago.
Kelvin Banks, Texas
Just like Campbell, Kelvin Banks is another top offensive lineman commonly mocked to the Bears. And similarly, everyone will be eager to see the official numbers for his arm length as well. Banks also has a lot more question marks compared to Campbell and clearing up any lingering concerns can help get him in the running to potentially be the first offensive lineman off the board, either with the Bears or elsewhere.
Tyler Booker, Alabama
Among the offensive linemen invited to the combine, Tyler Booker has the best chance to blow people away and also has the most to gain. Some view Booker as a top interior offensive lineman and easy first-round pick but some people still have an early second-round grade on him. Showing off his lateral movement on the shuttle drill will go a long way toward solidifying his Day 1 status.
Armand Membou, Missouri
Armand Membou is another tackle/guard tweener and teams will be keeping an eye on him to see where he fits best at the next level. He's primarily played on the right side of the front. He has the length and agility to play tackle but the size concerns might force teams to move him over as a right guard. We'll see what the numbers are.
Mid-Late Round Targets
Jackson Slater, Sacramento State
For any player coming from a small school, the combine is very critical to secure your draft positioning. Jackson Slater had a solid showing at the Senior Bowl lining up at center, but his versatility is intriguing. His best strengths are easily his footwork and athleticism and that's something he can show off next week.
Caleb Rogers, Texas Tech
The Bears have already expressed interest in this guy during the Senior Bowl and it would be very noteworthy if they meet with him again this week. Caleb Rogers has legitimate experience at all five positions and he's someone who is always striving to prove himself, which should bode well for his performance next week.
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