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Bears GM Ryan Poles boldly bets on Joe Thuney, Grady Jarrett
Thuney and Jarrett are proven, consistently productive players you don't always see available in the free-agency window — a chance to fuel a Bears' leap to playoff contention. But at 32 and 31, do they come with a catch?
Bears GM Ryan Poles says Drew Dalman was at very top of their list
Going out and getting Dalman was a top priority, in fact, it was the top priority for Poles as free agency opened up and the offensive line makeover continued. Speaking to the med
Why Ryan Poles anticipates best version of all new Chicago Bears
Recent injuries affected three of the Bears' acquisitions but GM Ryan Poles has good reason to expect all will be full strength and better than last year.
GM Ryan Poles: Signings 'open up' the draft for Bears
Coach Ben Johnson and his staff figure to have a say in matters, too. They have worked with Poles the last two weeks in acquiring offensive linemen Joe Thuney, Jonah Jackson and Drew Dalman, defensive linemen Dayo Odeyingbo and Grady Jarrett and backup tight end Durham Smythe.
Go ahead and applaud Bears GM Ryan Poles this offseason — he deserves it
The Bears have three new starters on their offensive line, possibly two more on defense and the draft is still six weeks away.
Takeaways from Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles as the Chicago Bears introduced 3 additions Wednesday
Here are the takeaways from Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles press conference as they discussed the Bears' trades and signings made this past week.
Bears GM Ryan Poles explains which position is hardest to evaluate
Bears general manager Ryan Poles explains what position is hardest to evaluate and how his playing experience helps.
4 takeaways from Bears GM Ryan Poles' press conference announcing early offseason moves
Bears GM Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson spoke to the media Wednesday as the 2025 league year began, discussing their latest roster additions.
Bears GM Ryan Poles didn't expect guards Joe Thuney, Jonah Jackson to be available as free agency neared
Poles traded for or signed five players who project to be starters and has the Nos. 10, 39 and 41 picks in the upcoming draft.
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Bears GM Ryan Poles teased competition at key position
But there's none more important -- or more spots to fill -- than offensive line. Bears general manager Ryan Poles met with ...
Bears coach Johnson and GM Poles are excited about moves to upgrade offensive and defensive lines
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles sought to overhaul their team on both sides of the line of ...
Positions where Bears GM Ryan Poles still has the most work to do
At risk of picking at nit, it looks like Bears GM Ryan Poles didn't take care of everything before Day 2 of the free agency ...
Chicago Bears free-agency questions: How can GM Ryan Poles keep improving the roster?
After two big trades for guards, there's still plenty for Poles to accomplish in free agency. Here's a look at his options.
Ryan Poles’ history puts Trey Hendrickson trade right in Bears crosshairs
The Chicago Bears' needs this offseason are simple. They need to upgrade the trenches on both sides badly. Offensive line in ...
Chicago Bears' updated salary cap status after early 2025 NFL free agency moves
The Chicago Bears have been busy this offseason, but GM Ryan Poles still has the team's salary cap in good shape.
Why the Bears winning another offseason actually feels real this time
It’s easy to make fun of the Bears' penchant for winning offseasons, but don't dismiss their moves as false hustle or NFL ...