The Bears got a chance to show Joe Thuney what this first-year staff is about. Here's what about that staff convinced him to sign an extension.

The Bears acquired Thuney in a trade with the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for a 2026 fourth-round pick. He had just one year left on his current deal, which made signing him to an extension a priority for general manager Ryan Poles this offseason.

Chicago Bears guard Joe Thuney didn't have to sign a contract extension to remain with the team beyond 2025. But he did. And here's why.