Chicago Bears, Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles hinted at Chicago Bears' NFL Draft plans when introducing free agents
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles gave hints about the team's plans to take offensive and defensive linemen in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Bears GM Ryan Poles explains plan for DE Dayo Odeyingbo
Getting a player who can be, as Poles described, disruptive as Odeyingbo is, that will allow defensive coordinator Dennis Allen to put him in different positions to maximize his success. Although he's mainly slotted at defensive end, Poles said they will play Odeyingbo in different spots on the line when the timing is right.
Bears GM Ryan Poles' latest comments about Ben Johnson are telling
Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles spoke at the NFL Scouting Combine on Tuesday with the team preparing for a busy offseason. That offseason began with the hiring of highly-coveted and respected Ben Johnson, who spent the past three seasons as the offensive coordinator for the high-powered Detroit Lions, as head coach.
What Ryan Poles' edge requirements dictate for Bears early in draft
Breaking down the Bears' need for an edge rusher in the draft, who they could get to best fit the need and whether it needs to be a priority for GM Ryan Poles.
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.
Bears GM Ryan Poles discussed Ben Johnson's plan for Caleb Williams
In an effort to take their quarterback Caleb Williams to the next level, Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles believes Ben Johnson is going to tear it all down and build from scratch.
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.
Ryan Poles outlines plan to build a dominant Chicago Bears defense
With the 2025 league year officially underway, the Chicago Bears have been busy in free agency, signing multiple big-name free agents in an effort to shore up the defense under new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen.
Ryan Poles was visibly thrilled listening to Bears coach Ben Johnson discuss the intensity of the offseason program
Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles was visibly excited as he listened to coach Ben Johnson talk about the team's expectations for ...
GM Ryan Poles' major investment in defensive line gives Bears shot to finally fix pass rush
There's some risk in betting on Grady Jarrett to dominate well into his 30s and Dayo Odeyingbo to grow into more of a force ...
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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 ...
Where Ryan Poles' secret weapon left Bears in salary cap space
The contract terms for Grady Jarrett have been posted and they're about tapped out after all the spending made possible ...
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 ...
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Bears jumped at chance to acquire Joe Thuney, Jonah Jackson
The Bears weren’t planning to trade for two Pro Bowl guards, but when the opportunity presented itself, they acted quickly to ...
Finding best Bears draft option at No. 10 by reading the tea leaves
Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles made comments about their current roster pointing in various directions after the start of free agency, but where does it all lead?