The Chicago Bears are in the midst of a search for a new head coach after firing Matt Eberflus in November.
The team has interviewed several candidates, including:
- Brian Flores
- Joe Brady
- Eddie George
- Mike McCarthy
- Ben Johnson
- Ron Rivera
Eddie George, a former NFL running back and current head coach at Tennessee State University, is one of the latest candidates to be interviewed. In 2024, he led Tennessee State to a 9-4 record and earned the Ohio Valley Conference Coach of the Year award. The Bears are reportedly set to meet with George in person on Sunday (New York Post).
Mike McCarthy, former Dallas Cowboys head coach, is also in the running. McCarthy has drawn interest from the Bears, who are said to have treated him like a VIP during his interview process (The US Sun).
Ben Johnson, the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, is another highly sought-after candidate. However, reports suggest he might be considering other opportunities, which could impact the Bears’ plans (SI).
Bears fans have voiced clear preferences for the next head coach. A recent poll indicates Ben Johnson as a favored candidate, reflecting their desire for a leader capable of guiding the team to success (SI).
In other news, the Bears have signed nine players to futures contracts, including quarterback Austin Reed, center Ricky Stromberg, and wide receiver John Jackson, as part of their efforts to bolster the roster ahead of the upcoming season (YouTube).
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