When a team has only five picks, the depth chart impact of the NFL Draft isn’t going to be as big. The Chicago Bears found their new starting quarterback, a starting receiver, a backup offensive lineman, a punter and a backup defensive end last week.

General manager Ryan Poles knew he couldn’t fill every need in the draft, but while the defensive line may certainly need some help, this roster is relatively deep compared with what we’re used to from the Bears.

This iteration of our Bears depth chart does include players who signed futures deals in January, which puts the roster at 73 players. Undrafted rookie signings will be variable, considering the Bears’ rookie camp isn’t until the second weekend in May. They can still add undrafted rookies who don’t make it at camps this weekend.

By mid-May, when OTAs begin, the roster should be at 90 players. After OTAs and minicamp, we’ll have another breakdown with all the rookies included. Here’s our current look at the depth chart with the Bears’ five draft picks in italics.

Jahns: The Bears aren’t wasting time with Williams’ growth. I like that. There is value in sitting behind a veteran quarterback. But Poles understands he doesn’t have an Alex Smith on his squad and that the odds imply that first-round quarterbacks often take the field at some point in their rookie seasons regardless of their particular circumstances. There is no Mike Glennon or Andy Dalton standing in Williams’ way.

He will learn on the field as the Bears’ No. 1 quarterback — and do so in a circumstance that only Mitch Trubisky and Justin Fields could dream of.

Fishbain: Well, this looks a lot better than it did following the Fields deal, but we all knew it was happening. In an effort to best support Williams, I’d anticipate the Bears to keep three quarterbacks. They have a very crucial backup in Bagent, who already has game experience. Assistant coach Ryan Griffin will also have a key role in this room after being Tom Brady’s backup during his decade-long NFL career.

Fishbain: The Bears might bring in an undrafted rookie or two to fight for spots on special teams, but Homer is a vital element of that group.

We don’t know what offensive coordinator Shane Waldron’s plans are yet at fullback, but Blasingame also contributes on special teams. Here’s a question, though: Depending on Johnson’s growth, and if an undrafted rookie comes in and impresses, would Herbert be a trade candidate?

Jahns: That question, Fish, is something I expect the Bears will explore as clubs finalize their rosters. Herbert is entering the final year of his rookie contract. Swift inked a three-year deal with the Bears, while Johnson has the same amount of years remaining on his initial contract after getting picked (and then praised a bunch) in the fourth round last year. Herbert is a solid back, but running back is a position that changes regularly for clubs.

Rome Odunze was renowned for making big plays at Washington, and the Bears want the same from him in the NFL. (Joe Nicholson / USA Today)

Jahns: On Thursday night, the Bears’ social media crew tweeted a montage of Moore, Allen and Odunze, along with Williams and Swift — and it drew cornerback Jaylon Johnson’s eye. “I can’t wait for practice,” he stated on X. Coach Matt Eberflus certainly loved it. It’s what the Bears want.

Their receiving corps has real star power. The competitions in practice versus Johnson, Tyrique Stevenson, Kyler Gordon, Jaquan Brisker and Kevin Byard will be intense.

Fishbain: The Bears’ starting receivers for the beginning of the Poles/Eberflus era? Darnell Mooney, Equanimeous St. Brown and Pettis.

What a significant boost in talent orchestrated over the previous year with the acquisitions of Moore, Allen and Odunze. This three could challenge to be one of the finest in the league. Scott should be the No. 4 receiver, but any selections beyond that will largely come down to special teams.

Fishbain: Look for an undrafted rookie or two to enter this group to battle with Carlson to be the H-back-type, No. 3 tight end who can also play on special teams. But we’re not talking about a lot of snaps each game. The 1-2 punch of Kmet-Everett should hopefully be what the Bears have been lacking at the position in recent years, as Kmet has out-produced his backup by a lot.

Jahns: Is there such a thing as a workhorse tight end? Because Kmet has been exactly that for the Bears over the past three seasons. He’s still one of the Bears’ finest players and should become a reliable option for Williams. Everett is here to assist relieve the strain on Kmet — and he should given his experience with Waldron in Los Angeles and Seattle

Jahns: There are still questions concerning the line. Is Bates really ready for everything at center after being a backup last season for Buffalo? Can Jenkins stay on the field? Will Davis play like the free-agent addition the Bears hoped he’d be? Will Amegadjie be able to push Jones in his debut season? All being said, the depth seems improved across the board. It might not be an elite unit, but Wright still has the potential to be an excellent right tackle.

Fishbain: Had Odunze not gotten to the Bears at No. 9, maybe we’re talking about a new starting left tackle, but it’ll likely be Jones’ position for 2024. The key will be determining if Amegadjie has the “starter potential” that the Bears believe after using a third-round choice on him. His versatility to play right tackle, too, presumably makes Borom a trade candidate. The 2021 fifth-round pick is set to make more than $3 million this season.

Fishbain: The Bears demonstrated a lot of conviction in their 2023 draft picks on the interior by not adding any defensive tackles in the draft or in free agency, except from Cowart. That puts some weight on Dexter and Pickens to make the Year 2 jump, although Dexter especially did show plenty of potential late last season.

Billings played about 50 percent of the snaps last season, too, and figures to be out there regularly. There is still room to add depth and we may see a veteran defensive tackle and defensive end signed before camp.

Jahns: There is no way Poles is done with this gang. Eberflus and defensive coordinator Eric Washington need more to work with up front beyond the development of their young guys. It wouldn’t be shocking if Yannick Ngakoue returned on a short-term, team-friendly deal after his injury last season. Other available veterans could intrigue the Bears as well.

Jahns: This group won’t garner as much attention as the Bears’ other position groupings this offseason, especially considering what happened in the draft on offense. But it remains a nice one. Edmunds and Edwards should progress in their second season together in Eberflus’ defense, too. Sanborn remains one of Poles’ greatest moves in undrafted free agency.

Fishbain: The Bears have to feel pretty confident about their linebacker situation, which, like receiver, has seen quite the upgrade after 2022. Sewell’s improvement will be worth watching in camp, and Ogbongbemiga should be a major special-teamer this season.

Fishbain: Like receiver, the Bears boast quite the top three at this position – and they’re all young. But there’s also depth. Jones, Smith and Blackwell have all played lots of reps on defense. Looking ahead, how good can Gordon be in Year 3? He’ll be eligible for a contract extension in 2025 and played exceptionally well last season.

Jahns: Let’s go back to the competition. Eberflus already has a decent secondary, but confronting Williams with Allen, Moore, Odunze, Kmet and Swift in practice can make them even better. “We’ve got to defend those guys in practice, which I think is going to be really good for our skill set on both sides of the ball,” Eberflus said.

“Because if you look at the receiving corps, they’re all different. The halfbacks are all different. The tight ends are different. They’re separate skill sets. So I think that’s a testament to Ryan to be able to bring those people together, acquire those individuals, and I think it’s going to be very difficult to defend.”

Jahns: As a tackler, Byard is an enhancement over Eddie Jackson. His ball abilities have shown up more in the previous three seasons, too. He’ll be depended on to be the voice of the secondary. But there’s also a role that Brisker should be ready to fulfill in his third season. Byard and Brisker should be a strong pair.

Fishbain: I wondered if the Bears might look at safety with mid-round picks if they liked someone enough who could take over for Byard one day, but they do have backups with starting experience in Owens and Hicks. This will be a crucial year for Brisker, who has had some ups and downs but could be prepared to bring it all together.

Big things are expected of former Iowa punter Tory Taylor, whom the Bears invested a fourth-round choice on. (Michael Reaves / Getty Images)

Fishbain: A huge offseason debate will be how the new kickoff rules influence personnel. Is Jones, who already was a powerful kickoff returner, even a more valuable player to maintain with the new rules? Or would Herbert be a better option? Could the rookie punter be a kickoff specialist if coordinator Richard Hightower wants to be creative? Scott, Odunze and likely an undrafted rookie or two might potentially be an impact on returns.

Jahns: Do you recall the days of Mega-Punt? That’s when Pat O’Donnell, a sixth-round pick from Miami in 2014, surprised everyone at training camp at Olivet Nazarene.

The fans loved him. Gill never got that much fanfare despite his draft selection. Taylor will, though. Expectations for him are different because of his accomplishment and celebrity in college. “Tory is a weapon for the whole football team,” Eberflus stated.