The Chicago Bears selected Cincinnati wide receiver Tyler Scott in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 133rd overall.
Chicago has focused on adding to its wide receiver depth chart lately. The team acquired D.J. Moore as part of a blockbuster trade with the Carolina Panthers this year and landed Chase Claypool in a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers midway through the 2022 campaign. Chicago also rosters wideout Darnell Mooney.
Scott set career highs with 54 receptions, 899 yards, and nine touchdowns in 12 games at Cincinnati in 2022.
Pre-draft profile
If you're looking for a mid-round lottery ticket, chances are Scott might have the winning numbers. His dynamism instantly stands out on his tape and makes him a threat at any level of the field. Whether in the short, intermediate, or even deep passing game, Scott has a winning strategy to make it work. Most of this comes from his advanced route-running knowledge, which gives him a good understanding of manipulation and how to turn cornerbacks around. His breaks at the top of the routes are also vicious and sudden. Downfield, his 4.44 speed makes him a serious burner and allows him to do an exceptional job at tracking balls in the air. The Cincinnati product has all the makings of a mid-round talent who outproduces their draft slot.
