Bears Rumors: Tyree Wilson Taking Visit Ahead of 2023 NFL Draft; Also Met with Texans

As the 2023 NFL draft approaches, former Texas Tech edge rusher Tyree Wilson is a popular prospect for teams selecting in the top 10.

According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Wilson is visiting with the Chicago Bears on Wednesday after visiting with the Houston Texans on Tuesday.

Rapoport added that after the upcoming Easter weekend, Wilson "will be on the road non-stop for his visits, with trips scheduled to nearly every team in the top 10."

Despite missing three games with a broken foot, Wilson is coming off a strong 2022 campaign in which he registered 61 total tackles, 14 tackles for loss, seven sacks, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. It was his second straight year with seven sacks, and he ended his collegiate career with a total of 17.

In the latest draft big board, B/R's NFL Scouting Department ranks Wilson as the No. 16 overall prospect and No. 3 defensive lineman in this year's class, designating him as the "most versatile" at the position. B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder says the 6'6", 271-pound defensive end "uses his strength well both as a pass-rusher and run defender and is surprisingly good at gaining a leverage advantage at the point of attack for how tall he is."

The Bears traded down from the No. 1 overall pick to No. 9, recouping further assets for the future. Among a bevy of defensive woes, Chicago ranked last in the NFL with just 20 total sacks last season.

The Texans have some flexibility in the first round with the No. 2 and No. 12 overall picks. It's widely believed that Houston will use its first selection on a quarterback, and the team will surely be happy if Wilson ends up falling past the top 10.

However, it's clear that there are many teams that are ready to jump at the chance to select Wilson and make him a cornerstone of their defense.