Chicago Bears Continue Head Coach Search

The Chicago Bears are in the midst of a coaching search after firing Matt Eberflus, interviewing several candidates, including Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll. They have also expressed interest in Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman, who is currently focused on leading his team to the national championship game against Ohio State. While the Bears have been denied permission to speak with Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy, his contract is set to expire soon, and they may pursue him if he becomes available. Freeman's potential interest in the NFL remains uncertain, especially after Notre Dame extended his contract. The Bears aim to revamp their coaching staff following a disappointing 5-12 season and hope to secure a leader who can elevate their young quarterback, Caleb Williams. As the search continues, the Bears have been linked to various other candidates, showing a broad approach to finding their next head coach.