Chicago Bears’ General Manager Ryan Pace reportedly had a desire to trade for Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Moore, according to recent reports. However, it is uncertain whether the Panthers were willing to make a deal for Moore, who has become an integral part of the team’s offense in recent years.
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DJ Moore was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Since then, he has established himself as one of the team’s top offensive weapons. In his rookie season, he caught 55 passes for 788 yards and two touchdowns. He followed that up with an even better second season, catching 87 passes for 1,175 yards and four touchdowns.
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Moore’s production dipped slightly in 2020, as he caught 66 passes for 1,193 yards and four touchdowns. However, he was still a key part of the Panthers’ offense, and his potential as a young, talented receiver is likely what caught the eye of Ryan Pace.
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The Chicago Bears, meanwhile, have struggled to find consistent production from their wide receivers in recent years. They have been searching for a true number one receiver to pair with quarterback Justin Fields, who was selected with the 11th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. The Bears’ current top receivers include Allen Robinson, Darnell Mooney, and Marquise Goodwin, but none have consistently produced at an elite level.
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It is uncertain what the Bears would have offered in a potential trade for Moore, but it is clear that Pace values the young receiver. Moore is only 24 years old and has shown that he has the potential to be one of the top receivers in the league. However, it is unknown whether the Panthers would be willing to part with him, as he is one of their top offensive weapons.
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The Panthers are also in the midst of a rebuilding phase, with a new head coach in Matt Rhule and a new quarterback in Sam Darnold. It is possible that they would want to keep Moore to help Darnold develop and give the team a strong offensive foundation for the future.
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Overall, the reported interest from the Bears in DJ Moore shows that they are still in search of a top receiver to pair with Justin Fields. However, it is uncertain whether they will be able to acquire Moore or another receiver before the start of the 2021 NFL season. Only time will tell if Pace will make a move to acquire the young receiver, or if the Bears will continue to search for a true number one receiver.
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