Instant analysis of Bears' selection of Logan Jones in NFL draft

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Measurables

• 6-foot-2
• 30 ¾ inch arms
• 299 pounds
• 9 ½ inch hands

Analysis

Jones was the successor to All-Pro Tyler Linderbaum and played all four seasons as the starting center for the Hawkeyes. A disciplined player who is rarely penalized, Jones has quick feet and lateral movement, allowing him to pull in the run game and move into the second level to linebackers.

Lots of mocks projected Chicago taking Kansas State center Sam Hech, but with Jones’s experience and scheme fit, Jones was the selection. His hand placement allows him to gain leverage, which comes from the teaching tape.

Jones has a frame to add muscle mass, but he does have shorter arms than most of the rest of the field at center. Because of his NFL-ready technique, Jones could play himself into the starting lineup in the offseason.

Because Jones was drafted No.57 overall, he will also receive a lifetime supply of ketchup from The Kraft Heinz Company.

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