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The Chicago Bears biggest offseason acquisitions will be just as valuable off the field as they are on the field. Joe Thuney and Grady Jarrett in particular showcased their leadership and how they set the culture for the offensive and defensive lines during their introductory press conferences. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Foll...

The Chicago Bears addressed their most important needs with their big free agent signing, but Ryan Poles still has more work to do to fill out his roster. The team doesn't have much salary cap space left to make another splash, but they need to add more players on cheaper deals to solidify the depth chart. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1...

The Chicago Bears found good free agent fits with Drew Dalman, Dayo Odeyingbo and Grady Jarrett, but their deals still come with their own set of risks. Ryan Poles was wise not to overspend on some of the biggest names on the market while still filling the biggest needs on his roster. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @Locked...

The Chicago Bears need to fill all of their needs in free agency to put them in the best position entering the NFL Draft. But Ryan Poles also needs to be careful not to overspend or get caught up any big free agent mistakes. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lockedonbears Like Lo...

Trey Hendrickson was granted permission to seek a trade from the Cincinnati Bengals, and everyone is connecting the dots to the Chicago Bears as a landing spot. The star pass rusher would cost a lot, and Ryan Poles might not be ready to call in on a blockbuster move like this at the current stage of the team-building process. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chann...

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Joe Thuney gives the Chicago Bears a massive upgrade on the offensive line with proven, veteran leadership up front. His positional versatility along with Jonah Jackson makes it so Ryan Poles can be more flexible in free agency and the NFL Draft. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitter.com...

The Chicago Bears trade for Jonah Jackson from the Los Angeles Rams is an expensive gamble for Ryan Poles, who still has a lot of work to do to rebuild his offensive line. We look at how this move affects the Bears plans for free agency and the NFL Draft, plus the decision not to tender linebacker Jack Sanborn. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMs...

The Chicago Bears will have no shortage of opportunities in free agency and the NFL Draft to rebuild the interior of the offensive line. How Ryan Poles balances those two player acquisition periods, along with other needs on the roster, will be the top storyline of the offseason. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBea...

The NFL combine restarted the debate over offensive lineman arm length when it comes to Chicago Bears NFL Draft targets like Will Campbell from LSU. Don't rule out Texas' Kelvin Banks or Missouri's Armand Membou as potential options for Ryan Poles with the 10th overall pick either. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnB...

This year's NFL Draft has a ton of talent at defensive tackle, and the Chicago Bears need to add more young talent at the position. The draft class should line up well with where Ryan Poles has picks in each round, with plenty of sleepers to take in the later rounds. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter...

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The Chicago Bears will get more out of their first-round pick in the NFL Draft if they use it on a pass rusher instead of other needs. That doesn't mean Ryan Poles should reach for a defensive end, but he should use his most valuable pick on a premium position. The defensive linemen spoke at the NFL combine on Wednesday, where we learned more about off-field allegations against Mike Green from Mar...

The Chicago Bears are in a position to be aggressive this offseason, and the team feels like their needs align nicely with the talent available in free agency and the NFL Draft. Head coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles shared how they're approaching the offseason ahead, during their media availability at the NFL combine. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.c...

The Chicago Bears are out in full force at the NFL combine, looking to see which NFL Draft prospects can separate themselves with elite athletic traits. Ben Johnson's new coaching staff means new preferences on what the team prefers at different positions, based on how they've drafted on their previous teams. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4...

The Chicago Bears need to find a new starting defensive end opposite Montez Sweat and a new No. 2 TE after releasing DeMarcus Walker and Gerald Everett as salary cap casualties. Ryan Poles should have some good pass rusher options to choose from in free agency, but the tight end market is looking thin. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1Sobe...

The Chicago Bears have good players, but how many of them are game-changers who can make big plays in the biggest moments when the team needs them the most? Are weapons like DJ Moore and Cole Kmet great, or just good? What about Montez Sweat and Tremaine Edmunds? The Bears need their talent at the top to play like elite players at their positions. That's what they're getting paid for. - Subscribe...

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The NFL salary cap is going to increase by at least $20 million this year, giving the Chicago Bears (and every other team) more money to spend in free agency. It could change the market for top targets like Trey Smith, or even make it easier for a team like the Cleveland Browns to trade away Myles Garrett. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1...

Some of the top upcoming free agents won't actually hit free agency at all and re-sign with their own team before the Chicago Bears have a chance to negotiate with them. Ryan Poles needs to have some backup plans in place in case the likes of Trey Smith, Drew Dahlman or Josh Sweat don't become available on the open market. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/...

The first offseason of Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles working together will reveal how much power the new head coach has over the Chicago Bears' roster. Johnson can't be successful if Poles doesn't give him good talent, but Poles can't be successful if Johnson doesn't coach up the talent he gives him. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA F...

The new Chicago Bears coaching staff previously worked with some of the top names set to hit free agency this offseason. That intel will be valuable for Ryan Poles to bring in veterans with connections to the coaches to help ease the transition under Ben Johnson. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: ht...

The Chicago Bears have an obvious need on the offensive line. After that, it's up for debate where Ryan Poles should prioritize his resources. The trenches should be the theme of the offseason, but the roster needs other holes addressed in free agency and the NFL Draft. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twit...

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