Austin Booker didn’t get to start in college football in 2023. His eight sacks and 12 tackles for a loss made people wonder why it took so long. He never got opportunities in Minnesota, which is why he transferred to Kansas. Sometimes, it takes the right situation. The Chicago Bears certainly noticed. They traded back into the 2024 draft to acquire him. They feel he has the foundation for a high-end pass rusher in the NFL, exhibiting athleticism, length, and deceptive power despite a thinner frame.