TCU wide receiver Quentin Johnston talks about what it would be like to play for the Bears

The Chicago Bears will enter the 2023 NFL Draft with a need at wide receiver. Even if GM Ryan Poles signs a free agent or two, the quality of pass-catchers available on the open market don’t inspire much confidence. That leaves the Draft, where several intriguing prospects will rank high on Chicago’s wish list.

One of those players is TCU wide receiver, Quentin Johnston.

Johnston measured 6-3 and 208 pounds at the 2023 NFL Combine. He has good length (33 5/8′ arms), athleticism, and profiles as one of the few wideouts in this year’s class who can be a true WR1 on the next level.

Johnston met with the media this week and was asked by ALLCHGO’s Greg Braggs about his thoughts on Justin Fields and what he’d bring to the Chicago Bears. Check it out:

WR Quentin Johnston talks about the idea of playing with Justin Fields, how he could help elevate Fields to the next level, and what WRs he looks up to in the NFL. pic.twitter.com/iG3ZFYKkeF

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Quentin Johnston could be first WR picked in 2023 NFL Draft

Quentin Johnson has a chance to be selected in the middle portion of the first round. He could be a viable target for the Bears if they trade out of the No. 1 overall pick. If Poles makes more than one trade — back to No. 4 and then again to the middle of Round 1 — circle Johnston’s name as a legitimate candidate to become a Chicago Bear.

Johnston finished the 2022 season with 60 catches for 1,069 yards and six touchdowns. He averaged 19 yards per catch during his three seasons as a Horned Frog.

“Height-weight-speed prospect with the physical traits and upside that might have teams willing to overlook some of his inconsistencies on tape,” NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein wrote. “Johnston is a long-striding vertical threat who can open up and separate when allowed to keep his feet moving in space. His elevation and catch radius create an expansive target area down the field, but his overall success rate on contested catches is way lower than it should be for a receiver of his size. Johnston needs a specific route tree, but will improve in that area at the next level. He will benefit from a more accurate deep-ball quarterback, but still feels more like a good WR2 than a high-volume WR1.”

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