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Bears need Johnson to once again become a big-time playmaker in the secondaryJul 15, 2025 12:26 pm - Jaylon Johnson showed potential when Poles came to the Bears and had to prove himself at the beginning of former head coach Matt Eberflus’ tenure in 2022. Since then, Johnson developed himself into one of the top cornerbacks in the NFL.
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Thuney brings leadership to Bears offensive line that disappointed last seasonJul 14, 2025 10:27 am - The Bears needed an offensive line revamp after last season. The unit allowed quarterback Caleb Williams to be sacked a team-record 68 times last year and never truly found consistency because of injuries. Bears general manager Ryan Poles made addressing the unit a priority this offseason.
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Bears sign general manager Ryan Poles to contract extension through 2029 seasonJul 11, 2025 2:40 pm - The Bears reportedly signed general manager Ryan Poles to a contract extension that will keep him in town through the 2029 season. ESPN’s Adam Schefter was the first to report the extension.
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This season is Bears receiver Rome Odunze’s chance to step out of the shadowsJul 11, 2025 11:51 am - Rome Odunze showed glimpses of his potential and his connection with Bears quarterback Caleb Williams throughout his rookie season. He finished third on the team with 734 receiving yards on 54 receptions and 101 targets and caught 3 touchdowns. Odunze started 12 games and played in all of the Bears’ 17 matchups, averaging 13.6 yards a reception.
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Swift getting a second chance in second season with the BearsJul 10, 2025 5:00 pm - Bears general manager Ryan Poles chose D’Andre Swift to be the Bears’ running back as the team entered a new stage in its rebuild in 2024. Poles let running back David Montgomery walk and sign with the Detroit Lions the previous offseason and signed Swift to a three-year, $24.5 million contract.
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Bears’ season could turn on whether new defensive lineman Odeyingbo lives up to potentialJul 09, 2025 10:32 am - Are the Bears worse off without the player? Does the player have untapped potential or past greatness to live up to? Is his story going to be one fans follow closely this season?T he best player on the team isn’t always the most important, but he certainly can be.
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Dalman a key to solidifying Bears’ offensive lineJul 08, 2025 3:42 pm - The Bears’ offseason signing of center Drew Dalman was a key step in solidifying the team’s offensive line.
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Dexter ready to step up on Bears’ defensive lineJul 07, 2025 3:46 pm - Gervon Dexter is one of the most important Bears players heading into the 2025 season.
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Zaccheaus adds another reliable target for Bears QB WilliamsJul 04, 2025 12:28 pm - The Bears made a lot of the headlines this offseason. It started when general manager Ryan Poles hired Ben Johnson to be his new head coach and continued in the following...
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There’s opportunity for speedy defensive lineman Austin Booker in new-look Bears defenseJul 03, 2025 12:08 pm - Austin Booker wasn’t expected to make an instant impact when Ryan Poles drafted him. Many experts viewed Booker as a developmental piece. His length and speed were enticing, but Booker would benefit from a full offseason with a chance to build himself into an NFL defensive pass rusher.