Ryan Poles, the Chicago Bears' General Manager, has faced scrutiny as he navigates the complexities of building the team. His tenure has seen notable acquisitions like DJ Moore and hiring Ben Johnson, but several missteps in free agency have marred his record. Chief among these are the signings of Al-Quadin Muhammad, Lucas Patrick, and Nate Davis, all of which have proven to be more problematic than beneficial.

Al-Quadin Muhammad was initially viewed as a promising addition due to his familiarity with head coach Matt Eberflus, but his performance was underwhelming, resulting in a mere single season with the Bears before his release. Lucas Patrick, brought in to provide stability at center, struggled with injuries and performance, playing only a handful of games and failing to meet expectations. Nate Davis, despite recommendations, became a significant liability on the offensive line, frequently sidelined due to injuries and poor play when healthy. These blunders have led to a mixed reception from Bears fans, who are eager for Poles to turn things around.