NFL Draft: 2017 First-Round Mock for All 32 Teams

2017 NFL Draft: Full Round 1 Mock for All 32 Teams Across the League

Sep 5, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) celebrates his sack against Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Mike Bercovici (2) (not pictured)in the first quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 10, 2016; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports /

57. . Defensive End. Alabama. Jonathan Allen. 3. player

Remember when the Chicago Bears used to have a great defense?

Well, defensive coordinator Vic Fangio would love to get his hands on a player like Alabama’s Jonathan Allen.

The 6-foot-3, 292-pound defensive end is easily the best player in Alabama’s elite defense. And he’s the type of pocket-wrecking force around which Chicago can build for years to come.

The Bears could pair Allen with another solid DE, Akiem Hicks, and maybe even replace the latter if he departs via free agency after the 2017 season.