Outlandish Trade Proposal for No. 1 Pick Highlights Caleb's value

ESPN recently unveiled their latest mock draft, and it's a wild ride. Titled "2024 NFL mock draft with all trades: Deals for 32 first-round picks," it's exactly as chaotic as it sounds. We've reached the stage where mock drafts don't even resemble drafts anymore; they're just a mishmash of words thrown together. Still, if you can put aside your draft fatigue, it's kind of entertaining.

However, amidst the madness, writer Bill Barnwell drops a bombshell: the Bears trading their first overall pick to the Jaguars for Trevor Lawrence, a second-round pick, and a fifth-round pick. Just when you think you've seen it all, they pull you right back in. Here's what Barnwell had to say about it:

"Yes, I recognize this is an absurd trade. If we're trying to find reasonably fair value for both sides, though? This makes at least a little bit of sense, and it's a deal in which both sides could win."

Barnwell makes a compelling argument, acknowledging the absurdity while also finding some logic buried within. But what really stands out is the value assigned to Caleb Williams. Not only do the Bears snag a proven franchise quarterback in Lawrence, but they also secure additional draft assets, including another top-100 pick and the 153rd overall pick. It's a stark reminder of just how valuable Williams is perceived to be.


It begs the question: would Trevor Lawrence alone not be enough to secure the top pick? It's a thought-provoking scenario, even if it remains firmly in the realm of speculation. But then again, maybe the Bears would consider... well, maybe not.