Veteran center Lucas Patrick is enjoying serving as the offensive lineman with a nasty demeanor the Bears were seeking during the offseason, saying: "It's definitely a challenge and I'm loving it."

Bears general manger Ryan Poles on Thursday announced several promotions involving the team's scouting staff and football administration department.

Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham and defensive coordinator Alan Williams will attend the inaugural NFL Coach and Front Office Accelerator Program early next week in Atlanta.

Speaking to the media, Bears offensive position coaches discussed running back David Montgomery's determination to improve, receiver Darnell Mooney's hunger and more.