1. Pick 58: Ezra Cleveland, T, Boise State
Ezra Cleveland is another player we highlighted after the combine. He had a lot of signs that pointed to a Ryan Pace pick from his athleticism, to his school, to his style of play. The big issue for Cleveland is that he is likely a left tackle starter down the line. Bears fans do not like Charles Leno but have to understand that Bobby Massie will need to be replaced first.
Still, Cleveland certainly had to be an option at pick 43 or 50, and the Bears passed. Now, he is heading to the Minnesota Vikings.
Cleveland is in a beautiful spot because he is likely to spend a year behind Riley Reiff at left tackle. He can step in as a starter in year two after they put some muscle on him during his rookie so that he is ready for the transition. He is in an excellent spot to thrive. Similar to Jonah Jackson, the Bears may see him twice a year.
This may not sting as much as Lewis, a right guard starter who could open a run game in Seattle in 2020, but the upside of Lewis could make passing him on unbearable, especially in Minnesota. Keep an eye on Cleveland, the top offensive lineman off of the board after pick 50 on