Bears can't get out of their own way in head coach search

Chicago Bears coaching search: Who we know are candidates for the job
With the regular season in the rearview mirror, the Chicago Bears have turned their focus toward a coaching search that will be one of the most significant processes in team history. The Bears have heavy lifting ahead to close the gap on three division rivals who qualified for the playoffs.
Chicago Bears begin search for new head coach; these names are in the mix
General manager Ryan Poles said the bears will "cast a wide net." At least 15 names have emerged for potential interviews.
Bears' interim coach Thomas Brown is already interviewing for other teams' OC jobs
If it wasn't already obvious that Chicago Bears interim head coach Thomas Brown wasn't a legitimate candidate for the team's full-time coaching position, it is
Chicago Bears expected to interview Matt Campbell: Iowa State coach led team to 11 wins in 2024, per reports
The Chicago Bears are expected to interview Iowa State coach Matt Campbell for their coaching vacancy, according to multiple outlets. Campbell has been a mainstay at Iowa State since taking over the program in 2016.
Former Titans coach Mike Vrabel interviews with Chicago Bears for open head coach job
Former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel completed an interview with the Chicago Bears for the team's head coach opening, the team announced Wednesday.
The net has been cast wide. The Chicago Bears’ search for a new coach has few limits.
In the earliest stages of the Chicago Bears coaching search, open-mindedness seems to be the hallmark of the process.
Bears coaching search rumors: Chicago requests permission to interview Mike McCarthy, awaits Cowboys response
The Chicago Bears are off and running in their search for a new head coach, and another candidate has entered the mix. The Bears sought permission to interview Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy and are awaiting Dallas' response to the request,
Bears head coach tracker: Everyone Chicago has requested to interview
The Bears are searching for a new head coach. Here's an updated tracker of everyone the team has requested to interview so far.
Chicago Bears request interview with Mike McCarthy
According to ESPN and other outlets, the Chicago Bears have some interest in Mike McCarthy as a candidate to become their next head coach. The Bears have reached out to the Dallas Cowboys for permission to interview McCarthy.
Bears to interview Pete Carroll for head-coaching job, request to talk to Mike McCarthy denied
The Chicago Bears plan to interview former Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll for their head-coaching job Thursday, a league source confirmed Tuesday. ESPN first reported the news. The outlet and others also reported Tuesday that the Dallas Cowboys denied the Bears’ request to interview Dallas coach Mike McCarthy for the vacant coaching job.
Bears head coach search: Updated list of candidates and interviews
The Chicago Bears are conducting their search for a new head coach, and it's already been an expansive one that's included double-digit candidates. The candidates range from up-and-coming coordinators to former head coaches to offensive minds to defensive minds.
How big could the Chicago Bears candidate list become? Brad Biggs’ 6 thoughts on the end-of-season news conferences.
If the Chicago Bears don’t get their coaching hire right this time, no one will be able to say they didn’t consider enough ...
Raise your hand if you're bone-tired of the Chicago Bears
Bears general manager Ryan Poles stood at a lectern Tuesday at Halas Hall and did what too many other team officials have ...
Why Chicago Bears’ Cairo Santos baffled NFL fans with Chelsea-themed game-winner celebration
After his game-winning kick against Green Bay on Sunday, Chicago's Santos took inspiration from a legend at his beloved ...
Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles Reveals Coaching Candidate Qualities To Pair With Caleb Williams
After a 5-12 season and a franchise-record-equaling losing streak, the Chicago Bears are on their way to making sweeping changes. It’s a necessary plan of actio ...
Report: Bears Won't Fly HC Candidates Economy Class After Being 'Known to Skimp'
The Chicago Bears are hoping to make a good impression on their prospective head coaching candidates after previously building a less-than-stellar ...
Bears President Kevin Warren Gives Shady Response on Ryan Poles’ Future
Chicago Bears President Kevin Warren was asked about the future of GM Ryan Poles and his contract situation. His response was ...
The dead end route Bears coaching search appears ready to explore
Matt Campbell has made a fine college coach and might even be a top-50 NCAA guy but the nature of the job usually means failure if they jump to the NFL.