Bears draft LB Noah Sewell in 5th round

The Chicago Bears selected Oregon linebacker Noah Sewell in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 148th overall.

The 22-year-old started 31 games at Oregon, totaling 215 tackles with 7.5 sacks and two interceptions. He's the brother of Detroit Lions offensive tackle Penei Sewell.

Pre-draft profile

Like his older brother, Sewell enters the draft as a physically gifted youngster. He showcased outstanding power last year and projects as one of this class's best block-shedding and blitzing players by engaging offensive linemen with power and good leverage. His 2022 season wasn't as strong as his 2021 campaign, but Sewell still looked like an NFL player who was simply too powerful for many opponents. Unfortunately, he'll float into empty spaces as a zone defender, effectively removing himself from the play until there's a ball-carrying receiver to pursue. He also struggles to change direction without slowing down drastically, a weakness that sometimes leaves him out of position. Sewell will be best suited to an early-down role to begin his pro career.