Poles' Savvy Trades, Bears' Free Agency Targets

0:00For the NFL, it's March 7, and here's what's going on. Chicago Bears General Manager Ryan Poles keeps pulling off savvy trades right before free agency to snag talent cheap and dodge the spending frenzy. This year, he swapped wide receiver DJ Moore and a fifth round pick for a second round selection, Delta 2027 fifth rounder for center, Garrett Bradbury, and released linebacker Tremaine Edmonds to free up space. Poles did similar moves last year, with guards Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson proving his knack for beating the market. Free agency kicks off Monday, and the Bears eye upgrades at Ed rusher, defensive tackle, minebacker, safety, and left tackle after those deals shook. Up the roster. Fans are fired up online, debating top priorities like Ed rusher Trey Hendrickson for an instant pass rush boost, especially after missing max, Crosby. Veterans like Khalil Mack, with his Bears history, and Cam Jordan, hitting free agency for the first time at age 35

1:01with 10 and a half sacks. Last season, sparked plenty of excitement as mentor types. Key fits stand out across the board, such as DJ Reader and Sheldon Rankins, to clog the middle on defense, Leo Chanel, or Alex Anceloni for linebacker. Speed and smarts and Kevin Byard paired with resigning their own jacquon brisker at safety. At tackle, Taylor Decker tops the list if released by Detroit, or bringing back Braxton Jones makes sense for continuity. Meanwhile, wide receiver needs post more lean towards speedy slot types like Rashid Shaheed, via free agency or the draft, while running back stays, mostly in-house with the Andre Swift locked in. Poles will blend these targets with draft picks for a balanced rebuild. This story is made possible by our sponsor. See the episode description. Your pillow just got smarter. It plays your podcast and music. S-O-L-I-SOLYPILO.com.