New Delhi, July 12 -- The Chicago Bears have signed general manager Ryan Poles to a five-year contract extension. This move signals the franchise's confidence in Poles' vision to rebuild the team. Poles, who joined the Bears in January 2022, will now lead the team through the 2029 season.

Chicago Bears' record under Ryan Poles stands at a modest 15-36, a reflection of the challenges faced during the team's rebuilding phase. However, the organization's leadership remains optimistic about Poles' ability to guide the Bears back to the playoffs, a landmark they haven't reached since 2020.

The Bears last appeared in a Super Bowl in 2006 and won their only championship in 1985. They will be geared up to end a playoff victory drought that date...