Was McClellin first-round worthy?

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The word general managerPhil Emery repeatedly used to describe the Bears' first-round pick Shea McClellin was versatility.It's clear they believe that McClellin can provide them with some things they've been lacking and his skills could protect them should a player like Brian urlacher become injured during the course of the season.

McClellin was not one of the many players linked to the Bears, but that truly means nothing since most of the so-called experts are simply making guesses.

There seems to be some frustration amongst fans because of bogus reports they had read through various outlets that claimed McClellin was a third or fifth round value. Those reports are completely inaccurate and can be disproved by the fact the Boise State defensive end was invited to New York for the draft. The only players that get invitations are those that multiple teams have told the league office they view as first-rounders. So the Bears were among at least a handful of teams that saw the 6-foot-3, 260-pounder as a top player in the draft.

McClellin is also like every other player that was drafted or will get drafted. They are all unknowns. Every year there are players that nobody thinks will find success and then become great players and others that everyone believed in and then never live up to expectations.

The Bears filled a position that was a definite need which was the righ thing to do. The pick also allows them to go in almost any direction for the rest of the draft. It's very possible and almost likely there will be some highly rated offensive lineman and receivers still on the board when they pick in the second round.

And remember just because Shea McClellin was not a house hold name doesnt mean he can't be a good player. How many people remember the college careers of Justin Tuck or Robert Mathis? Players will decide how good they are in the NFL when they step on the field.

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