Getting a player who can be, as Poles described, disruptive as Odeyingbo is, that will allow defensive coordinator Dennis Allen to put him in different positions to maximize his success. Although he's mainly slotted at defensive end, Poles said they will play Odeyingbo in different spots on the line when the timing is right.

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.

The Chicago Bears have been one of the busiest teams this offseason, but despite all of their additions, GM Ryan Poles is still in good shape with the club's salary cap.

The Bears have been praised for their moves across the NFL, as many have dubbed them among the biggest winners of early free agency.