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Mock drafts need to come in February, January at the earliest. It makes no sense to jump the gun when the draft order can change so much. However, in the Bears' case this year, they are at their bye weekend in December and sitting second overall. The only way they're losing the spot is if they suddenly come to life and win a game. They're underdogs in each of their remaining four games and their best chance to win is because Minnesota could play backups in the season finale or because they play the Lions in the other game. Still, Detroit is at home so it won't be an easy game. So the second spot looks good and that means it's time for BearDigest Mock Draft 1.0 for 2023.