Led by Travis Hunter, the phenom who can play both cornerback and wide receiver, these are the players who could be selected as defensive backs in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft. There is a lot of high-end skill here, and they could all become impact players in the NFL right away. Most of these guys crack a lineup on opening day.

The Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs pulls a shocker for the Bears in the first round of his final 2025 NFL mock draft.

The Bears could look to add a cornerback and/or safety in this year's draft. Here's one prospect in each round they could target.