In the final day of the 2025 NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears had a clear vision for strengthening their roster, with a focus on snagging a linebacker, cornerback, running back, and offensive guard. The order of their picks was all about strategy and reading the draft board. By the end of Day 3, they had landed Ruben Hyppolite as their new linebacker in the 4th round and Zah Frazier to boost their cornerback unit in the 5th round.
As Round 6 rolled around, the Bears zeroed in on adding muscle to their offensive line. Michigan State's Luke Newman stood out as an ideal candidate, and GM Ryan Poles was prepared to make the call.
Among the front office buzz was a playful suggestion from Assistant GM Ian Cunningham, who wished Poles would welcome Newman with a "Hello, Newman" – a memorable nod to the iconic 1990s sitcom, Seinfeld. For its devoted fans, “Hello, Newman” was Jerry Seinfeld’s comically begrudging greeting to his pesky neighbor, making it a timeless snappy line.
Born in 2002, Luke Newman missed Seinfeld's first run, which wrapped up in 1998. It's anyone’s guess whether he caught reruns enough to get the joke.
In the end, Poles opted for professionalism and left the pop culture reference on the cutting room floor, much to Cunningham's chagrin. Maybe it wasn't the sitcom-worthy moment some were hoping for, but it doesn’t take away from the excitement surrounding Newman's potential contributions to the team.
This young guard has shown formidable traits – with the power and agility coaches crave. The real test will come as he faces off against the mighty defensive linemen of the NFL.
This draft pick could be a game-changer, and who knows, perhaps we'll hear a few "Hello, Newman" references echoing through Soldier Field if things pan out well for him and the Bears. As we look ahead to the upcoming season, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how Newman adapts and grows with Chicago.
