
INDIANAPOLIS — It seems beyond obvious that Bears general manager Ryan Poles should trade out of the No. 1 pick in the draft to stockpile assets as he tries to fortify a roster rife with holes. But it’s not nearly that simple.
Poles is trying to hit a narrow target by trading back, but staying within reach of a star. So while it’s advantageous that at least five of the next eight teams behind them need a quarterback and could be compelled to trade up, the Bears shouldn’t risk slipping past No. 4.