In a strong showing during the 2025 NFL Draft, Texas A&M's edge rusher Shemar Stewart was picked 17th overall by the Chicago Bears, followed by Nic Scourton at 51 by the Carolina Panthers and Shemar Turner at 62 by the Bears. Scourton is expected to immediately fill Carolina's need for a pass rusher, while Turner arrives in Chicago to bolster a defensive line featuring Grady Jarrett and Gervon Dexter Sr. Analysts have praised the Bears for their selections, grading them a solid 'B' for Turner, who has the potential to become a disruptive force on the interior. With additional picks on Saturday, the Bears aim to continue building a competitive roster for the upcoming season.