Bears sign GM Ryan Poles to contract extension, setting him on same timeline as coach Ben Johnson: source

FILE - Chicago Bears NFL football team general manager Ryan Poles walks on the field prior to an NFL football game between the Chicago Bears and Houston Texans, Sept. 25, 2022, in Chicago. Poles said Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023, that he expects Justin Fields to be the team’s starting quarterback next season and just about slammed the door on drafting one with the No. 1 overall pick. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski, File) ORG XMIT: NYSS205Kamil Krzaczynski/AP Photos

Bears president Kevin Warren has been steady in his confidence in general manager Ryan Poles even amid turbulence for the team, and he’s backing that up with a substantial commitment.

The Bears agreed to a contract extension with general…