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The 2023 NFL Scouting Combine allowed the top prospects in the upcoming NFL draft to flash their physical skills and give teams some critical one-on-one time to get to know those who might be the future of their franchise. In the Bears’ case, that included playing putt-putt and darts to gauge competitiveness. The combine also allowed general manager Ryan Poles to start more serious conversations regarding the No. 1 pick. The buzz around the combine was that the Bears are looking for a first- and second-round pick in this year’s draft and future first-round picks in 2024 and 2025. That is the expected price for the Bears to move out of the top five.