Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson made headlines at the recent NFL owner meetings, discussing the Chicago Bears' strategic direction. Johnson emphasized roster construction, advocating for a diverse skill set akin to a basketball team rather than relying on similar player types. He also stressed the importance of tackling player accountability head-on, specifically calling out aspects of Jaquan Brisker's game and the potential for improvement.

Poles echoed these sentiments, highlighting the need for a more aggressive approach on offense and defense. He noted that the team's passing game metrics must improve as they eye the upcoming draft. The Bears are looking to maximize their draft position and take advantage of current roster strengths while ensuring they can draft the best available talent, especially at key positions like left tackle and running back.