Poles faced criticism for Bears' offseason moves

Chicago Bears General Manager Ryan Poles' offseason moves, including signing Coby Bryant and Devin Bush, did not significantly alter the team's power ranking. A recent ranking placed the Bears tenth, though a writer expressed skepticism due to a perceived lack of major roster improvements. The team is reportedly relying on the natural progression of young players, such as Caleb Williams, Luther Burden III, and Colston Loveland, to elevate their performance in the 2026 season.