Bears Prioritize Extension Talks With Joe Thuney

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles has prioritized signing veteran guard Joe Thuney to a contract extension after acquiring him from the Kansas City Chiefs in March for a 2026 fourth-round pick. Thuney, a nine-year NFL veteran, four-time Super Bowl champion, and multiple-time All-Pro, is entering the final year of his contract and is expected to bolster the offensive line for rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. Thuney has expressed gratitude for joining the Bears and excitement for the season but has deferred all extension talks to his agent, focusing solely on football. Poles has a recent history of extending key players, including Kyler Gordon, T.J. Edwards, and Jonah Jackson. The Bears have strengthened both their offensive and defensive lines this offseason, aiming for long-term stability. Thuney's durability and elite pass-blocking remain central to Chicago’s offensive strategy.