Bears Rookie Addresses Viral Non-Reaction to NFL Draft Moment
Malik Muhammad, a fourth-round pick by the Chicago Bears, went viral for his seemingly unenthusiastic reaction to being drafted. In a video, while others celebrated, Muhammad appeared distracted and unfazed. He later clarified that he was overwhelmed with excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to join the Bears.
- ▪Malik Muhammad was selected by the Chicago Bears in the fourth round of the NFL Draft.
- ▪A video of his draft moment showed him looking down at his phone while others celebrated around him.
- ▪Muhammad later expressed his gratitude and excitement for the opportunity to play for the Bears.
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By Matthew CoudenContributing WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Chicago Bears made multiple picks throughout the NFL Draft, including some surprising selections, and some college players expressed excitement about joining the NFC contenders.They addressed a major defensive need in the first round, selecting Oregon safety Dillon Thien, then followed it up by getting Iowa center Logan Jones to help protect quarterback Caleb Williams.
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