It’s been four years since general manager Ryan Poles took over the franchise and ripped the band-aid off of one of the more expensive and older rosters in the league. Since that point, his primary focus has been on adding young talent through the draft. Despite not having a first-round pick in 2022, Poles has made four first-round selections over the past three years. All of which were in the Top 10.
Following a failed three-year stint with former head coach Matt Eberflus, former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is taking over a roster that is ripe with young talent. Even so, it’s hard to argue that any of their top picks have truly reached their potential. If the Chicago Bears hope to be considered a Super Bowl contender, the development of those early-round picks i