They invested heavily in the offensive line and added more weapons in the draft, but as big as the personnel upgrades have been, fans in Chicago are arguably more excited for the new coaching staff. Ben Johnson comes in from Detroit after helping the Lions build one of the league's top offenses around Jared Goff,

The Chicago Bears have rewarded general manager Ryan Poles with a contract extension that will keep him with the team for the next five seasons, per multiple reports. The news was first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Friday afternoon and registered as somewhat surprising timing as the Bears prepare to report to training camp later this month.

Donation Options Search Search Search FILE - Chicago Bears NFL football team general manager Ryan Poles walks on the field prior to an NFL football game between the Chicago Bears and Houston Texans, Sept.