Thuney and Jarrett are proven, consistently productive players you don't always see available in the free-agency window — a chance to fuel a Bears' leap to playoff contention. But at 32 and 31, do they come with a catch?

Going out and getting Dalman was a top priority, in fact, it was the top priority for Poles as free agency opened up and the offensive line makeover continued. Speaking to the med

Coach Ben Johnson and his staff figure to have a say in matters, too. They have worked with Poles the last two weeks in acquiring offensive linemen Joe Thuney, Jonah Jackson and Drew Dalman, defensive linemen Dayo Odeyingbo and Grady Jarrett and backup tight end Durham Smythe.