Bears GM discusses potential contract extension for Darnell Wright
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 6:13 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles addressed the media at Halas Hall as training camp begins, discussing a possible contract extension for right tackle Darnell Wright. Wright, the No. 10 overall pick in 2023, became eligible for a new deal this offseason after a solid 2025 season. He allowed only three sacks and earned Second-Team All-Pro honors but has room for improvement in consistency and reducing penalties, having committed 12 last year. Poles expressed the desire to keep Wright long-term while acknowledging the need for timely negotiations as the season approaches.
- •Ryan Poles wants to extend Darnell Wright's contract.
- •Wright was the No. 10 pick in the 2023 NFL draft.
- •His performance included 16 games and only three allowed sacks.
- •Wright earned Second-Team All-Pro but had 12 penalties last season.
- •The Bears have picked up Wright's fifth-year option for 2027.
- 5:02 PMYahoo Sports — Bears RT Darnell Wright shares contract extension update
- 6:13 PMYahoo Sports — Bears GM Ryan Poles discusses possible extension for Darnell Wright
"Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright gave an update on how talks with the team are going in regards to a contract extension.
"Bears GM Ryan Poles provides an update regarding a possible contract extension for right tackle Darnell Wright.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 5:02 PMBears RT Darnell Wright shares contract extension update
Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright gave an update on how talks with the team are going in regards to a contract extension.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 6:13 PMBears GM Ryan Poles discusses possible extension for Darnell Wright
Bears GM Ryan Poles provides an update regarding a possible contract extension for right tackle Darnell Wright.
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