Bears Lock In GM Ryan Poles with Surprising Extension—What’s Next for the Franchise?

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Financial details of Poles’ new contract were not made available.You know when a general manager shakes up a franchise so thoroughly—reinventing the offensive line, snapping up the hottest coaching talent available, and stacking weapons around a former No. 1 overall pick—it’s not just a fresh start; it’s a statement. That’s exactly what Ryan Poles has been crafting for the Chicago Bears, and the team’s decision to lock him down with a contract extension through the 2029 NFL season signals confidence in his vision. What strikes me is how this timeline now aligns perfectly with new head coach Ben Johnson’s contract, setting the stage for a synchronized rebuild that’s both strategic and ambitious. Poles’ boldest move? Trading out of the coveted No. 1 pick in 2023 to snag D.J. Moore and an armory of draft capital—a gamble that’s already paid massive dividends with the Bears reclaiming the top pick in 2024 to draft quarterback Caleb Williams. This isn’t just a routine deal; it’s the foundation for a potential powerhouse in the making, and I’m genuinely intrigued to see how far this calculated risk will take Chicago. LEARN MOREThis story will be updated.

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What do you get the NFL general manager who completely revamps his team’s offensive line, hires the best coaching-candidate on the market and surrounds his former No. 1 overall pick with a bevy of weapons? A new contract, of course.