The Chicago Bears have made a strategic move to secure their offensive line by extending Joe Thuney’s contract for the next couple of years. Announced by agent Mike McCartney, this two-year deal steps in just as Thuney was set to enter the final year of his prior contract, following a trade from the Chiefs earlier in the offseason.
Turning heads, multiple reports indicate that Thuney’s new contract is worth $51 million over the next three years, with a robust $33.5 million guaranteed at signing. This investment speaks volumes about the Bears’ commitment to fortifying their line, especially considering Thuney’s impressive track record.
As an All-Pro guard, Thuney has proven his versatility by shifting to left tackle last season, a position where he played a crucial role in stabilizing the front for the eventual AFC Champions. This kind of adaptability is exactly what the Bears need as they look to protect their promising young quarterback, Caleb Williams, in the coming seasons.
Drafted in the third round of the 2016 draft by the New England Patriots, Thuney has been a model of consistency, starting 146 games over nine seasons and rarely missing time—never more than two games in a single season. His experience is invaluable, highlighted by his four Super Bowl championships—two with the Patriots and two with the Chiefs. With this extension, he is set to be a pivotal presence on the Bears’ offensive line, and fans can look forward to seeing what this veteran brings to the Windy City.
