Unlike his predecessor Ryan Pace, Poles often surprises with his willingness to disclose the team's strategic plans.
Case in point, he publicly revealed the Bears' intention to trade down from the #1 overall two months ago. Poles is not one to worry about keeping secrets, yet he displays a knack for maintaining discretion when necessary.
This openness, combined with his accessibility, sets him apart as arguably the most approachable GM the Bears have ever had.
Poles' characteristic transparency was on full display during an interview with Bernstein & Holmes on 670 The Score. The state of the Bears' pass rush was the topic of the day.
It's no secret that the team has been unable to make substantial additions to the edges, beyond DeMarcus Walker and Rasheem Greene.
These players aren't renowned sack specialists, which has led many to speculate about Poles' plans. In response, not only did Poles almost confirm he had another move up his sleeve, but he also hinted at an intriguing development without any prompting.
Poles considering the trade market is not a surprise. In fact, few teams are better equipped to venture into this territory than the Bears. They have six picks in the first four rounds of the upcoming NFL draft and currently hold the most salary cap space in the league.
This puts them in a position to explore potential trades without jeopardizing their future. The real question is who could be a feasible target for them.
Several names have been circulating in the trade rumors recently. Chase Young, the former #2 overall pick, is one of them.
His progress has been slowed by injury, and with his defensive teammates receiving expensive new deals, it's thought that Washington may want to part ways with him. Danielle Hunter is another potential target. He's seeking a new contract, but Minnesota seems hesitant to comply.
Despite the improbability, the Vikings have previously indicated they don't mind trading within the division.
Other possible targets could include Carl Lawson from New York, Josh Allen from Jacksonville, or even Kwity Paye from Indianapolis, who was originally drafted for Matt Eberflus' defense. Ultimately, the Bears' decision will depend on which team is willing to negotiate a deal and the price Poles is prepared to pay.
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