NFL draft: Chicago Bears select Washington cornerback Kyler Gordon with the No. 39 pick

After sitting out the first round of the NFL draft, Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles made his first selections Friday night from Halas Hall.

The Bears started the night with three picks on Day 2 — at Nos. 39 and 48 in the second round and 71 in the third round.

The Bears also have three picks on Day 3 — Nos. 148 and 150 in the fifth round and 186 in the sixth round.

Here’s a quick look at each of the Bears new players.

No. 39, second round

Height, weight: 5-11, 194

Why the Bears picked him

The Bears had a major need for a starter at cornerback opposite Jaylon Johnson, and now they have an option.

Gordon had two interceptions and nine passes defended in 12 games in 2021, being named a first-team All-Pac 12 player. He finished his career with 14 passes defended, 98 tackles, three tackles for a loss and two forced fumbles. Gordon’s teammate, cornerback Trent McDuffie, was picked 21st in the first round by the Kansas City Chiefs.