On Albert – Rising up the Draft Boards, I would definitely select him @ 14. Most talented/versatile OL in the Draft besides Long. Would be a Starter right away and he is being compared/likened to a Steinbach or Hutchinson.

On WR position – When do we take one? And who should we go after? Any possible 3rd round candidates that can contribute and make an impact right away? What if Hardy’s avlb. and Forte is not, do we take him? What are the chances of us finding a solid, good-fit WR for our team in the 3rd round or 4th? Is it that big of a need?

On Forte – I really like this guy and did a big article on him (Aspiring to make a Wave…) I feel, just like you, he would be a great fit and “Bears-ready”. Just don’t know if he’s that “true” difference-maker and a game-changer that can take it to the house and get the 20 + yard gains we are looking for and need in a back. (haven’t had a homerun hitter in a long time!). So Forte won’t be avlb in the 3rd round anymore (previous mocks)? What jumps/stands out to you when you watch him play? Is there that much of a difference between him and say… Jamaal Charles, Tashard Choice, Kevin Smith? Also what do you think about the vastly overhyped speedster Chris Johnson – is he the “Real Deal”?

Thanks,

Russ

Just wondering if you were interested in doing some audio work w/ me via GrandCentral previewing the upcoming Draft in general and some work for the site w/ our Bears on Bearsgab.com?

We can do some stuff leading up to Draft Day and on the day of the Draft if you’d like (pending time schedules/availability).

I cannot express this enough in words or describe how right on-target you are with the Bears and what they should do in this year’s Draft. I appreciate your comments/feedback….

I would love to have you do something for the site or work w/ me on some Bears/Draft material…

I would really like to work w/ someone who knows just as much or even more about the Draft/Bears as I do and it’d be a great privilege and opportunity to work with you…

Thanks A Lot,
BearsGab.Com Editor Russ

I wouldn’t mind trading down to select Branden Albert, who I think could easily be the best OL out of the bunch in this year’s terrific class.

Can play both guard/tackle positions and hasn’t even reached his ceiling.

By the way, I absolutely would love to get Matt Forte outta Tulane. We need a tough, durable back like Forte.

What about James Hardy in the 2nd round if he’s there? Kid’s a 6-foot 7 playmaker, Hardy would flat-out be a scary weapon/target for teams to cover.

Would you be disappointed if we traded down or drafted Rashard?

Thanks,

Russ