6. Ryan Pace
When discussing general manager Ryan Pace, the first thing that typically comes up is that he swung and missed with his attempt at drafting a franchise quarterback when he landed Mitchell Trubisky in 2017. And he whiffed. Big-time. But he has been responsible for bringing in the likes of outside linebacker Khalil Mack, defensive tackle Akiem Hicks and safety Eddie Jackson and crafting one of the best defenses in the league.
Pace has owned up to his mistakes this offseason, releasing former first-rounder Leonard Floyd and tight end Trey Burton, as well as bringing in quarterback Nick Foles to compete with Trubisky for the starting job. He recognizes that the clock is ticking on Chicago’s Super Bowl window, as well as his job. If the Bears have a similar season as 2019 this season, his seat will go from warm to hot.
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