The Bears turn attention to their coaching search after finishing 5-12
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The Bears turn attention to their coaching search after finishing 5-12

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams figured the reality that his rookie season is over would hit once his car was loaded and he was headed home. Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson figures to be at the top of the Bears’ wish list. Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury, former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel and even Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy also figure to get looks. The Bears also traded for six-time Pro Bowler Keenan Allen and drafted Rome Odunze ninth overall, giving them what they thought would be an explosive set of receivers along with the returning DJ Moore. He had wrinkles for counters and things like that throughout the game.” Better blocking Fixing the offensive line figures to top the Bears’ to-do list once they figure out who will coach the team.

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Bears coach Johnson and GM Poles are excited about moves to upgrade offensive and defensive lines
1 week, 2 days ago

Bears coach Johnson and GM Poles are excited about moves to upgrade offensive and defensive lines

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST., Ill. — Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles sought to overhaul their team on both sides of the line of scrimmage in free agency and the NFL draft. “Yeah, we want some tough, some gritty, some dirty individuals and we feel pretty good about the two guys we got,” Johnson said. “We got a …

Bears coordinators start work under coach Ben Johnson trying to revitalize a 5-12 team
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bears coordinators start work under coach Ben Johnson trying to revitalize a 5-12 team

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The coordinators hired by Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson enter their new jobs with vastly different amounts of coaching experience. “I just think he’s a really good, bright, young coach that has a really good future in front of him.” Doyle came to the Bears as the former Broncos tight ends coach and has served under …

Bears hire Dennis Allen, Declan Doyle as coordinators under new coach Ben Johnson
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bears hire Dennis Allen, Declan Doyle as coordinators under new coach Ben Johnson

New York Times  

By Dianna Russini, Jeff Howe, Kevin Fishbain and Jelani Scott The Chicago Bears have found their new coordinators under first-year head coach Ben Johnson, the team announced Tuesday. The Bears are bringing in former New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen as defensive coordinator. Allen, 52, was widely believed to be the favorite to join Johnson in Chicago on the …

Ben Johnson agrees to become Bears head coach
2 months ago

Ben Johnson agrees to become Bears head coach

Associated Press  

Ben Johnson helped Jared Goff establish himself as one of the NFL’s top quarterbacks. “Having been on the opposing sideline, I can attest to how passionate Bears fans are about this city and their team, and I am honored to be their head coach,” Johnson said in a statement. “Throughout our search process, I was thoroughly impressed by Ben’s character, …

Bears got it right with Ben Johnson, bringing hope to Chicago at pivotal time
2 months ago

Bears got it right with Ben Johnson, bringing hope to Chicago at pivotal time

New York Times  

Hire the assistant coach who just lost a playoff game where his team was a 9 1/2-point home favorite. We don’t know whether Ben Johnson is going to lead the Bears to the playoffs, let alone the Super Bowl, but at this pivotal moment for the consistently embattled charter franchise, he feels like the right guy for a very big …

Bears hire Lions OC Ben Johnson as head coach
2 months ago

Bears hire Lions OC Ben Johnson as head coach

New York Times  

The Chicago Bears have hired Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their head coach, the team announced Tuesday, landing arguably the most highly coveted head-coaching candidate in the NFL as they aim to stop a four-year playoff drought. Chicago is turning to Johnson, one of the league’s fastest-rising offensive coaches, in hopes that pairing him with quarterback Caleb Williams …

Bears interview Vikings’ Flores and Packers’ Stenavich for head coaching job
2 months ago

Bears interview Vikings’ Flores and Packers’ Stenavich for head coaching job

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores and Green Bay Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich for their head coaching job Saturday. Green Bay finished third in the NFC North at 11-6 despite having the league’s youngest roster for the second straight year. The Bears have confirmed interviewing 16 candidates, a list highlighted by Detroit Lions offensive coordinator …

Bears interview Mike McCarthy, Arthur Smith for head coaching job
2 months ago

Bears interview Mike McCarthy, Arthur Smith for head coaching job

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears interviewed former Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy and Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for their head coaching job on Wednesday. Dallas was 12-5 each of the three years before that, but still hasn’t been past the divisional round of the NFC playoffs since its last Super Bowl at …

Bears interview former Stanford coach David Shaw for their head coaching job
2 months, 1 week ago

Bears interview former Stanford coach David Shaw for their head coaching job

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears interviewed former Stanford coach David Shaw for their head coaching job on Tuesday. The development of quarterback Caleb Williams will be the top priority for the next coach in the wake of the Bears’ fourth straight losing season. The list includes interim Bears coach Thomas Brown, former Carolina Panthers and Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera, Detroit Lions …

Bears look to their past, interview former Panthers and Commanders coach Ron Rivera
2 months, 1 week ago

Bears look to their past, interview former Panthers and Commanders coach Ron Rivera

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears reached into their past and interviewed former Carolina Panthers and Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera for their head coaching job on Sunday. Riveral played in 137 games and made 56 starts in a nine-year career with the Bears and was part of the 1985 team that won the franchise’s lone Super Bowl behind the famed “46” defense. …

Bears interview Cardinals’ Petzing and Dolphins’ Weaver for head coaching job
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2 months, 1 week ago

Bears interview Cardinals’ Petzing and Dolphins’ Weaver for head coaching job

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears interviewed Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing and Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver for their head coaching job on Thursday. The Bears interviewed former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel on Wednesday. Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson figures to be at the top of the Bears’ wish list. Former Seattle coach Pete Carroll, Lions defensive coordinator Aaron …

Bears vow to learn from their mistakes and get it right this time as they search for a new coach
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears vow to learn from their mistakes and get it right this time as they search for a new coach

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears vow to learn from their mistakes and get it right this time in their search for a new coach. Though team president Kevin Warren said last month that Poles would remain as general manager and lead the search for a new coach, there were still some questions about whether he would return with the losses continuing to …

This Bears coaching search looks like a case of too many cooks in the kitchen
2 months, 2 weeks ago

This Bears coaching search looks like a case of too many cooks in the kitchen

New York Times  

Let’s fast forward to next week. “Our senior leadership here with the Bears is also everyone that’s gone through the league training in terms of inclusivity and sound hiring practices that the league puts in place, and as we move forward in our process, they will have time to spend with our candidates, especially as we get down to the …

Assessing Bears coaching candidates: Ben Johnson, Mike Vrabel and wild cards
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Assessing Bears coaching candidates: Ben Johnson, Mike Vrabel and wild cards

New York Times  

Another Chicago Bears season without a playoff appearance is over. Mike Vrabel, former Titans head coach Jahns: If you’re not looking for an offensive mind, Vrabel is by far the best candidate on the market. Aaron Glenn, Lions defensive coordinator Jahns: If we’re ranking defensive candidates, Glenn would seem to be behind Vrabel and Flores because he lacks head coaching …

All eyes on GM Ryan Poles as the Bears’ search for their next head coach begins
2 months, 2 weeks ago

All eyes on GM Ryan Poles as the Bears’ search for their next head coach begins

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — In 2018, you had a feeling of where the Chicago Bears’ head-coaching search was headed under former general manager Ryan Pace. In chronological order, Pace’s interviews included Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator George Edwards, Vikings offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur, New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, Philadelphia Eagles quarterbacks coach John DeFilippo …

Hiring Ben Johnson seems like the obvious move, but can the Bears actually land him?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Hiring Ben Johnson seems like the obvious move, but can the Bears actually land him?

New York Times  

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson saw what the Green Bay Packers did against the Chicago Bears — and he liked it. “We were just like, ‘Let’s just pretend we’re falling or pretend I’m fumbling, but I’m holding on to the ball,’” Goff explained Sunday after the Lions trounced the Bears 34-17 at Soldier Field. You don’t see really stuff …

In search of the next Bears head coach, we visit the Vikings locker room
3 months ago

In search of the next Bears head coach, we visit the Vikings locker room

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Like a thirsty man wandering through a desert, I required an oasis. I would love Flo to be here.” “If Flo went to Chicago,” said Vikings linebacker and Eden Prairie, Minn., native Blake Cashman, “I don’t think us, as the Vikings, who would want to play against him.” “You know what,” Vikings cornerback Shaq Griffin said. It would …

Latest loss shows issues go beyond coach as Bears’ skid hits 7 in first game under Thomas Brown
3 months, 1 week ago

Latest loss shows issues go beyond coach as Bears’ skid hits 7 in first game under Thomas Brown

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears hoped the first in-season head coaching change in the founding NFL franchise’s history would be the parachute a free-falling team needed. A listless showing in a 38-13 loss at San Francisco on Sunday stretched their losing streak to seven — and counting — in their first game since Thomas Brown replaced the fired Matt Eberflus …

Coaching change can’t cover up the truth: The Bears are a mess
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Coaching change can’t cover up the truth: The Bears are a mess

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Name it — anything, really — and the Chicago Bears probably need it. And they might need a new general manager and team president, too, if losses like the San Francisco 49ers’ 38-13 spanking of the Bears at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday develop into a damning trend as the rest of the season plays out. The …

The Bears look for an interim coach bump when they visit the struggling 49ers
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Bears look for an interim coach bump when they visit the struggling 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Once-promising seasons hit new lows for the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers last week. The two reeling teams will try to get back on track on Sunday when the Bears visit the 49ers in Chicago’s first game under interim coach Thomas Brown. “It’s just been a rocky mountain for real with the injuries and other …

Bears interim coach Thomas Brown insists he’s focused on task at hand and not what his future holds
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears interim coach Thomas Brown insists he’s focused on task at hand and not what his future holds

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Thomas Brown insists he’s focused on the job at hand and not the one he might have down the line. He spent last season as Carolina’s offensive coordinator and the previous three on Sean McVay’s staff with the Los Angeles Rams — the final two as assistant head coach. “I think it is a stepping stone …

Ryan Poles to remain Bears general manager and lead search for new head coach
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ryan Poles to remain Bears general manager and lead search for new head coach

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears will sell candidates for their head coaching job on the opportunity to develop Caleb Williams into the franchise quarterback they’re counting on him to become. Warren said Ryan Poles will remain the Bears general manager and serve as the “point person” in the search for a coach to replace the fired Matt Eberflus. …

Bears’ Kevin Warren: Head coach opening ‘will be the most coveted job’ in the NFL
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears’ Kevin Warren: Head coach opening ‘will be the most coveted job’ in the NFL

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears president/CEO Kevin Warren and general manager Ryan Poles met with the media Monday afternoon, 72 hours after the first in-season firing of a head coach in franchise history. Warren proclaimed the team’s head coaching vacancy as “the most coveted job in the National Football League this year.” After the traditional praise for Bears fans …

The Bears finally fired Matt Eberflus. But he lost the locker room long ago
3 months, 3 weeks ago

The Bears finally fired Matt Eberflus. But he lost the locker room long ago

New York Times  

Another crushing, confounding loss for the Chicago Bears meant another postgame speech about “sticking together” from head coach Matt Eberflus in front of a frustrated, crowded locker room at Ford Field in Detroit. He’s been here longer than most.” Said another player: “He was going off more so at.” GO DEEPER Who could be the Bears' next head coach? “There …

Chicago Bears could find working with interim coach Thomas Brown different than with Matt Eberflus
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Chicago Bears could find working with interim coach Thomas Brown different than with Matt Eberflus

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Matt Eberflus’ firing by the Chicago Bears on Friday after the botched finish in a 23-20 loss to the Detroit Lions only slightly impacts the team’s most important goal this season. Offensive coordinator Thomas Brown has been key in Williams’ improvement and now Brown is the interim head coach besides being the play caller. “Me and …

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus after skid marked by poor decisions late in games
Trending News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus after skid marked by poor decisions late in games

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Matt Eberflus was fired by the Chicago Bears on Friday, one day after botching a timeout in a loss at Detroit. We extend our gratitude for his commitment to the Chicago Bears and wish him and his family the best moving forward.” Eberflus was 14-32 in two-plus seasons with the Bears, who fell to 4-8 with their sixth …

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus as Chicago tumbles to last in the NFC North
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus as Chicago tumbles to last in the NFC North

LA Times  

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams talks with head coach Matt Eberflus during the team’s loss to the Lions in Detroit on Thursday. The Bears suffered another gut-wrenching loss in Week 11, losing to Green Bay at Soldier Field when Cairo Santos’ 46-yard field-goal attempt as time expired got blocked. The Bears drove into position for a tying field goal or winning …

For Matt Eberflus and Bears, the numbers didn’t work out. Who figures to replace him?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

For Matt Eberflus and Bears, the numbers didn’t work out. Who figures to replace him?

New York Times  

The numbers tell the story. Matt Eberflus’ three-season run as the Bears head coach, which was memorable for all the wrong reasons, ended Friday, a day after his final late-game blunder turned him into a national punchline. • 14-32: Overall record as head coach of the Bears • 2-13: NFC North record • 3-19: Road record • 5-19: Record in …

Football, fatherhood and new opportunities: Get to know new Bears OC Thomas Brown
4 months, 1 week ago

Football, fatherhood and new opportunities: Get to know new Bears OC Thomas Brown

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Thomas Brown was out on the road on a recruiting trip with Georgia head coach Kirby Smart in 2016 when he received an unexpected call from Mark Richt. “You’re going to suck at times, you’re going to lose games at times — you might lose a game because of you,” Brown said. “That’s the biggest impact …

Bears’ Eberflus takes responsibility after firing second offensive coordinator in 10 months
4 months, 1 week ago

Bears’ Eberflus takes responsibility after firing second offensive coordinator in 10 months

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Matt Eberflus insisted he takes responsibility for the Chicago Bears’ failures on offense. “I think we’ll do a good job of marrying everything up together, making everything look the same,” Williams said. “I don’t think anybody really asked for to be gone,” receiver DJ Moore said. I mean, it’s hard, but on to Thomas, and we …

Free-falling Bears fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron
4 months, 1 week ago

Free-falling Bears fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears fired offensive coordinator Shane Waldron on Tuesday, hoping to shake up a unit that ranks among the worst in the NFL. He said the decision on whether to retain his offensive coordinator would be “mine alone.” “After evaluating our entire operation, I decided that it is in the best interest of our team to move in a …

Chicago Bears fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron in bid to save their season
4 months, 1 week ago

Chicago Bears fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron in bid to save their season

Daily Mail  

The Chicago Bears have fired offensive coordinator Shane Waldron amid the team's three-game losing streak. Waldron's offenses have struggled for a number of seasons, with his Seahawks team ranking 20th, 13th and 21st in total yards in 2021, 2022 and 2023 respectively, while this season's Bears are 30th. Offensive coordinator Shane Waldron couldn't keep his job after Sunday's performance Caleb …

Bears fire Shane Waldron: How much does it matter for Matt Eberflus, Caleb Williams?
4 months, 1 week ago

Bears fire Shane Waldron: How much does it matter for Matt Eberflus, Caleb Williams?

New York Times  

The Chicago Bears fired head coach Matt Eberflus on Nov. 29. When Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus stepped behind the lectern in Halas Hall’s media room on Monday, he was on defense. The Bears fired offensive offensive coordinator Shane Waldron on Tuesday morning and replaced him with Thomas Brown, the team’s passing game coordinator. The Packers are coming off their …

Bears fire OC Shane Waldron, Thomas Brown to call plays
4 months, 1 week ago

Bears fire OC Shane Waldron, Thomas Brown to call plays

New York Times  

By Kevin Fishbain, Adam Jahns and Amos Morale III The Chicago Bears have made a change at offensive coordinator. I would like to thank Shane for his efforts and wish him the best moving forward.” GO DEEPER Bears' Matt Eberflus evaluating offensive play caller change The Bears’ recent offensive struggles followed strong play from the unit leading up to the …

Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, coach Matt Eberflus says
Trending News
4 months, 1 week ago

Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, coach Matt Eberflus says

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron in the wake of another dismal outing, coach Matt Eberflus said Monday. “All those adjustments and changes and things that we’re gonna do — we’re still in the evaluation phase of that.” Eberflus vowed to make changes following a 19-3 face-plant against the New …

Ranking the Bears’ top free agents: What’s ahead for Jaylon Johnson?
1 year, 1 month ago

Ranking the Bears’ top free agents: What’s ahead for Jaylon Johnson?

New York Times  

On the list of the NFL’s important dates for 2024, a pivotal window opens for the Chicago Bears and cornerback Jaylon Johnson later this month. Weeks later, though, at the team’s season-ending news conference at Halas Hall, Poles said, “Jaylon’s not going to go anywhere.” In other words, the Bears and Johnson are in a good place. DT Justin Jones …

Bears to keep Eberflus as coach, fire offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, other assistants
1 year, 2 months ago

Bears to keep Eberflus as coach, fire offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, other assistants

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears answered their most immediate offseason question. General manager Ryan Poles said he was impressed with Eberflus’ “leadership through hard times.” “We had some adversity early in the season, in the middle of the season, his ability to stand strong and keep the team together was incredible,” Poles said. “I just feel here, with …

Examining NFL’s 3 coaching vacancies and 9 other teams facing decisions: Sando’s Pick Six
1 year, 3 months ago

Examining NFL’s 3 coaching vacancies and 9 other teams facing decisions: Sando’s Pick Six

New York Times  

Cover 7 | Monday A daily NFL destination that provides in-depth analysis of football’s biggest stories. While turning over football operations to Bill Belichick would go against the Chargers’ established ways, working out a deal with the Patriots could include New England paying much of the coach’s salary. “Pierce could get that job because there isn’t a lead guy you …

Bears fire running backs coach David Walker, leaving Eberflus down 2 assistants
1 year, 4 months ago

Bears fire running backs coach David Walker, leaving Eberflus down 2 assistants

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears fired running backs coach David Walker on Wednesday, leaving coach Matt Eberflus down two assistants after defensive coordinator Alan Williams resigned in September and raising more questions about the team’s culture. He also would not say if he felt blindsided by Walker’s situation or the one involving Williams, who resigned Sept. 20, saying …

Bears mailbag: Matt Eberflus’ job security, potential trade candidates, plus Week 5 picks
1 year, 5 months ago

Bears mailbag: Matt Eberflus’ job security, potential trade candidates, plus Week 5 picks

New York Times  

The questions about firings piled up this week. He’s going to be the important voice, and as the new one, maybe the whole “the Bears have never fired a head coach in season” stat becomes irrelevant. GO DEEPER How the Bears — and Justin Fields — wasted Fields’ career day in latest confounding loss Do you think getting stuffed by …

Poles: Bears in better place after trade, free agency moves
2 years ago

Poles: Bears in better place after trade, free agency moves

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — General manager Ryan Poles acknowledged the temptation to wait and see if the Chicago Bears could get more for the No. Poles said the Bears “aren’t really there yet” when it comes to deciding if they would draft Carter. Some point in mid-April, we’ll sit down and put it all on the table and see how …

Bears begin new phase with Poles as GM, Eberflus as coach
2 years, 6 months ago

Bears begin new phase with Poles as GM, Eberflus as coach

Associated Press  

CHICAGO BEARS New faces: GM Ryan Poles, coach Matt Eberflus, LB Joe Thomas, CB Kyler Gordon, S Jaquan Brisker, WR Velus Jones Jr., DE Al-Quadin Muhammad, DL Justin Jones, KR/PR Byron Pringle, QB Trevor Siemian, TE Ryan Griffin, LB Matthew Adams, CB Tavon Young, FB Khari Blasingame, LB Nicholas Morrow, C Lucas Patrick, TE James O’Shaughnessy, DB Dane Cruikshank, WR …

Bears hire Vikings assistant Janocko as quarterbacks coach
3 years, 1 month ago

Bears hire Vikings assistant Janocko as quarterbacks coach

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears hired Minnesota Vikings assistant Andrew Janocko as their quarterbacks coach on Thursday. Janocko joins new coach Matt Eberflus’ staff after spending the past seven years in a variety of roles under Mike Zimmer in Minnesota, most recently as the Vikings quarterbacks coach this past season. The Bears also hired Tyke Tolbert as wide receivers coach …

Bears hire Colts’ Williams to be their defensive coordinator
3 years, 1 month ago

Bears hire Colts’ Williams to be their defensive coordinator

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears hired Alan Williams as defensive coordinator under new coach Matt Eberflus on Wednesday. Williams spent the past four seasons as the Colts’ safeties coach while Eberflus was their defensive coordinator. Borgonzi is going to coach the team’s linebackers, and Morgan is the new offensive line coach. The Bears also brought in Philadelphia Eagles executive Ian …

Chicago Bears hire Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator
3 years, 1 month ago

Chicago Bears hire Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears hired Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator on Sunday, raiding the staff of rival Green Bay to find the assistant they feel is best suited to install a successful scheme for Justin Fields. Since Getsy moved into his previous role at the start of the 2020 season, Rodgers has 24 games with multiple touchdown …

Bears interview Flores for coach job, Ireland for GM opening
3 years, 2 months ago

Bears interview Flores for coach job, Ireland for GM opening

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears interviewed former Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores and New Orleans Saints assistant general manager Jeff Ireland for their vacant coach and GM jobs on Friday. Dolphins owner Stephen Ross indicated the reasons for his dismissal had little to do with the on-field product and more with communication within the team’s brain trust. Ireland …

Bears interview Kelly, Browns exec Adofo-Mensah for GM job
3 years, 2 months ago

Bears interview Kelly, Browns exec Adofo-Mensah for GM job

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears interviewed front-office executive Champ Kelly and Cleveland Browns vice president of football operations Kwesi Adofo-Mensah for their general manager job Thursday. Kelly has worked for the Bears the past seven years, as director of pro scouting from 2015 to 2016 and director of player personnel since 2017. The Bears are looking for new …

Bears interview Pederson, Cook for coach, GM positions
3 years, 2 months ago

Bears interview Pederson, Cook for coach, GM positions

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears interviewed former Philadelphia Eagles coach Doug Pederson and Cleveland Browns executive Glenn Cook for their vacant coach and general manager jobs Wednesday. The positions opened Monday when the Bears fired former coach Matt Nagy and general manager Ryan Pace on the heels of a 6-11 season. He was the Browns’ assistant director of …

Bears seek improvement with Dalton at QB, Fields behind him
3 years, 6 months ago

Bears seek improvement with Dalton at QB, Fields behind him

Associated Press  

CHICAGO BEARS New faces: QB Justin Fields, QB Andy Dalton, OT Teven Jenkins, WR Marquise Goodwin, RB Damien Williams, OL Elijah Wilkinson, LB Alec Ogletree. Key losses: QB Mitchell Trubisky, CB Kyle Fuller, LT Charles Leno Jr., RT Bobby Massie, KR Cordarrelle Patterson, defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano. Camp Development: The Bears signed Peters in mid-August and gave him a chance …

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