Bears bolster defensive front with Turner in 2nd round

The Chicago Bears selected Texas A&M defensive lineman Shemar Turner in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, 62nd overall.

It's the Bears' first defensive selection this year, as they previously took tight end Colston Loveland (10th overall), receiver Luther Burden (39th), and offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo (56th).

Turner racked up 24 tackles for loss and 10 sacks in 43 appearances across four seasons at Texas A&M.

Chicago has been looking for D-line help this year and also signed former Atlanta Falcons veteran Grady Jarrett.

Pre-draft profile

Turner is a high-energy player who offers some upside in all phases of the game. He doesn't quite have ideal size for an every-down role on an interior, but that might never become an issue considering the physicality and aggression he provides in the run game. The Texas A&M product has powerful hands and demonstrates an ability to stack and shed in one-on-one matchups with offensive linemen. While he doesn't yet have a deep arsenal of rush moves, or a refined plan when it comes to getting after the quarterback, his constant effort and active hands still give him opportunities to get into the backfield. Turner will have to ensure the aggression doesn't spill over into careless penalties, as was too often the case in college. He's got potential as a starting three-technique if he can clean that up and continue to develop his game as a pass-rusher.