Bears grab G Cody Whitehair in 2nd round

The Chicago Bears selected guard Cody Whitehair out of Kansas State in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft, 56th overall.

Some think he's the best guard in the draft - if he's even a guard. Whitehair also has experience playing tackle and could conceivably end up anchoring one side of the Bears' line.

The Bears traded down twice before selecting Whitehair, stockpiling picks for later in the draft.

Cody Whitehair Bio

Position: OL
School: Kansas State
College Experience: Redshirt Senior
Height: 6-4
Weight: 301 lbs.

Strengths

• Potential high-level starter at any position across the offensive front.
• Stifles both speed and power rushes with relative ease.
• Has the strength to generate a push on solo blocks, as well as the movement skills to get to the second level.
• Sound technique in all areas of his game as a blocker.

Weaknesses

• With the established versatility comes some uncertainty in regard to which position he'll be best suited to play at the next level.
• Only possesses average size for a guard or tackle.
• Lack of length could be an issue if asked to play on the outside.

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