Bears add to defensive line with Bilal Nichols in 5th round
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The Chicago Bears have selected defensive lineman Bilal Nichols out of Delaware with the 145th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft.
Nichols played in the FCS, but offers high-end athleticism and potential along the interior defensive line. He will compete with the likes of Akiem Hicks, Jonathan Bullard, and John Jenkins.
Bilal Nichols Bio
Position: DL
School: Delaware
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-4
Weight: 302 lbs
What the analysts are saying
- "Nichols is a defensive tackle with decent athletic ability despite playing as stiff-legged as he does, but he does have some anchor against the run." - Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
- "Teams are excited about the small-school defender's athleticism and ability to play multiple positions." - Tony Pauline, DraftAnalyst.com
Athletic testing
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yard Dash | 4.95 sec |
| Bench Press | 29 reps |
| Vertical Jump | 30.5 inches (pro day) |
| Broad Jump | 112 inches (pro day) |
| 3-Cone Drill | 7.45 sec (pro day) |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.49 sec (pro day) |
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