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EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 1H 5M

How Bears GM Ryan Poles Can Fix the Pass Rush This Offseason

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by Avondale Roofing & Underdog Fantasy The Chicago Bears offseason is officially here, and Pat & Shea dive into how GM Ryan Poles may approach one of the most important offseasons in recent franchise history. With the window opening, the conversation turns to how aggressive the Bears should be in upgrading the roster. The guys discuss potential trade packages for elite pass rushers like Maxx Crosby, identify the best pass rushers in the NFL Draft for Dennis Allen to develop, and examine how Ozzy Trapilo’s injury could significantly impact Poles’ offseason priorities. They also close with a deep look at Caleb Williams’ development this season and what Bears fans should expect heading into Year 2. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Trading picks for an elite pass rusher like Maxx Crosby 00:13:00 – Best pass rushers in the draft for Dennis Allen to develop 00:19:30 – How Ozzy Trapilo’s injury impacts Ryan Poles’ offseason plans 00:42:00 – Caleb Williams’ development this season & looking ahead to next year 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears offseason analysis, roster-building talk & insider discussion from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #BearDown #RyanPoles #MaxxCrosby #CalebWilliams #BearsOffseason #PassRush #UnderdogFantasy Underdog Fantasy: Download the app today, sign up with promo code CBP to score SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS in Bonus Funds or Bonus Entries when you play your first FIVE dollars - that’s promo code CBP

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