The Chicago Bears have acquired a promising pass-catcher in former Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze, who was selected at No. 9 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft. Odunze and the Bears’ first overall pick quarterback Caleb Williams traveled together to the draft in Detroit and reportedly even practiced passing routes. Odunze joins the Bears after excelling as Michael Penix Jr.’s go-to target during Washington’s run to the National Championship last season. Although the Huskies fell short in the title game, Odunze’s performances solidified his position as a top wide receiver in the 2024 draft class. He has consistently surpassed 1,000 receiving yards in recent seasons, with 1,640 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2023 alone. These impressive statistics earned him All-American honors and back-to-back first-team All-Pac 12 selections. Standing at 6’3” and weighing 212 pounds, Odunze possesses the physicality and skills to become a top wide receiver in the NFL.
