Chicago Bears Interview Notre Dame Coach Joe Rudolph

New Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson is actively reshaping the team's coaching staff, having already appointed coordinators Declan Doyle and Dennis Allen. Johnson is particularly focused on hiring coaches with NFL playing experience, which includes potential candidates like David Blough, a former Lions quarterback. The Bears are also addressing their struggling offensive line, which allowed a record 68 sacks last season, and have expressed interest in Joe Rudolph, the offensive line coach at Notre Dame, to fill this critical role. Rudolph has a strong coaching background and successfully managed a depleted offensive line at Notre Dame in 2024. Additionally, the Bears are exploring other college options for the offensive line position, including another candidate, Dan Roushar. As the team prepares for the 2025 season, they are also scouting prospects, with Texas Tech's Caleb Rogers standing out at the Senior Bowl and expressing a strong interest in joining the Bears.