Like other Chicagoans, we have ideas about what the next mayor should do. For the first time since the Bears cleaned house, dysfunction is spilling out of the organization and into the public. As referenced above, the Bears are planning to meet with the quarterback prospects this week; however, they'll likely do so merely as a way of garnering information to pit teams against one another for the top pick in the draft. He got his start in the NFL in 2009 working as the linebackers coach for the Cleveland Browns. Hed be able to handle the nickel corner role, allowing Kyler Gordon to move outside, where he had far more success as a rookie last season. After watching tape of Sunday's 28-19 loss to the Packers, Bears coach Matt Eberflus discussed three things that stood out to him, including a productive passing game led by quarterback Justin Fields. The Chicago Bears will spend in free agency, but its looking like they wont go crazy. This includes personalizing your content. And its mid-August. He is squarely in his prime. NFLPA poll ranking workplace experience ranks Bears 13th, Jalen Carters warrants send ripples through Bears draft plans, Bear Down & Out: Insightful documentary sums up why Chicagos on the verge of losing its team. On Monday, McCaskey seemed to avoid the gaffes that plagued him three weeks ago and the previous time he spoke publicly before that, a full year ago except for one head-scratching decision. Offensive lineman Lucas Patrick, who played six seasons in Green Bay, will make his return to Lambeau Field as the Bears' honorary captain for the primetime matchup Sunday. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Great comments & viewpoint, Erik. But Smith has dealt with his part of it. Poles and Eberflus are brothers in much the same way you and the contractor remodeling your bathroom are brothers. Ryan Poles and Matt Eberflus are expected to be introduced soon at Halas Hall as the new power duo atop the Chicago Bears organization. No GM or coach is going to acquire a clean slate, but the roster is wide open for them when considering only 19 veterans are signed through 2023. During the session, they dropped some golden nuggets regarding how the Bears might approach this pivotal offseason. Its clear the scheme change under Bradley hurt. NFLPA poll ranking workplace experience ranks Bears 13th, Jalen Carters warrants send ripples through Bears draft plans, Bear Down & Out: Insightful documentary sums up why Chicagos on the verge of losing its team. Over the final four games of the season, Bears coach Matt Eberflus wants to see the defense generate more takeaways and improve on third down and against the run. He went to baggage claim to pick up Poles, who had flown in from Kansas City. After watching tape of Thursday night's 12-7 loss to the Commanders, Bears coach Matt Eberflus discussed three things that stood out to him in the game, including the offense's inability to produce points in the red zone. Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses coach Matt Eberflus' philosophy on blitzing, why Jaylon Johnson didn't switch spots with Kyler Gordon against the Packers and rookie Dominique Robinson's playing time. Until Poles and Eberflus are rolled out to meet the media, they will be working to build out the staff, with Poles certain to want changes in the personnel department. Under Eberflus the Colts were the only NFL defensive unit to be ranked in the top-10 in scoring, run defense and takeaways in each of the past two seasons. Sure, the Bears would then run the risk of losing a central figure in the turnaround of a moribund offense, but if the offense doesnt explode, the team is unlikely to become a consistent contender. Bears general manager Ryan Poles had been in the Matt Eberflus business for something like five minutes before introducing the new coach to reporters Monday as his brother.. They plan to find key pieces to fix certain holes in the roster. In the past, they had issued four-year deals with a fifth-year option. It marked the first time since 1971 that the Colts finished in the top-five in run defense and the first time since 2007 that Indianapolis ranked in the top-10 in total defense. Moore was a centerpiece of the Colts defense in former coordinator Matt Eberflus scheme. Since being selected by the Colts in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft, Leonard is a three-time Associated Press All-Pro and three-time Pro Bowler. KVS and SoftRight customers now have the ability to upgrade to Springbrooks new Cirrus cloud platform: Analysis and reporting is a breeze with Tableau, which comes a preconfigured report library, included for all cirrus customers. Its unexcused, but its also unclear what the consequences are. Of course, he was. With the No. Publicly, McCaskey rarely tries to be someone hes not, even though a bit of bluster probably would help his image. Matt Eberflus would love nothing better. Coach Harbaugh on Lamar Thats why the hiring of a sharp quarterbacks coach, who can be groomed as a future play caller, is essential in the process as well. Copyright 2023 YB Media, LLC. Age Exp. Everyone was hoping it would at least be longer than seven months before the Bears went back to that kind of public performance. Why thats important is, you know, Chicago Bears, the tradition, iconic franchise, Eberflus said. In 2021, the Colts tied for first in the NFL in fumble recoveries (14) and tied for third in both interceptions (19) and opponent three-and-out percentage (.227). Eberflus and his wife, Kelly, have two daughters, Grace and Giada. But it proved to be effective. He fits their defense. To be able to visit with those guys is pretty cool. Eberflus figured his experience as a recruiter in the college ranks at Toledo and Missouri helped him when it came to making a pitch to Justin Jones. Yet the substance of McVays first Rams news conference in 2017 can be summed up in two sleep-inducing quotes: We cant wait to roll our sleeves up and go to work and Were going to create a culture of we, not me. The ghosts of a thousand coaches gone by surely nodded in approval. The Bears have only 29 veterans under contract for 2022, according to overthecap.com, and have at least a couple of clear candidates to be released. And I wanted him to have the opportunity to see Halas Hall if he wanted, which he did., I still cant get over the fact that you met me at baggage claim and gave me a ride to the facility to get to know me at a deeper level, Poles said Monday, addressing his new boss. Hes a still-rising star at 25 and has the versatility every team craves at the position. If the Bears could then retool their defensive line to improve the pass rush, this defense could become something to watch. That it came to this with Smith, who said in April he absolutely envisioned a long career with the Bears and is roundly respected as a player, is a problem. But which players could the Bears target from these teams should they look to ask for a veteran in return over another draft pick? Also, it's worth noting that assumed top QB prospect Bryce Young willnot be throwing at the Combineand will instead only meet with scouts. Thats not possible. Specific names are already gaining steam as being cut or traded soon. Now McCaskey wont say. Angelo Ciaravino and Richard Zoller both have a way of getting their Mount Carmel teammates and the crowd fired up. Like he had done with former GM Ryan Pace and former coach Matt Nagy at the end-of-season news conference in January 2021, McCaskey refused to detail the length of the contracts he had given to Poles and new head coach Matt Eberflus. Heres some of whats on our to-do list. Where Bears coach Matt Eberflus sees the rebuild going and where it's at right at this moment. The Bears hired Poles less than 18 hours after McCaskey picked him up, keeping him from returning to the airport to fly to Minneapolis to interview as a finalist for the Vikings GM job. Indianapolis finished 10th in the NFL in points allowed and registered the second-most tackles for loss in the league (91). He drove around Level 1, which is labeled the Cubs floor to help travelers remember where they parked. The Bears are so committed to Justin Fields that they'll be including him in the draft process, something they also did last season: If the Bears are able to trade the top pick for a mid-first-round selection, expect Fields to lobby hard for former Ohio State teammate Jaxon Smith-Njigba, something he's already been open about this offseason. A week before he gave a news conference explaining his decision to hire general manager Ryan Poles, Bears chairman George McCaskey pulled into the daily lot at OHare International Airport. So until Poles fixes this, it sounds like Eberflus is left in an untenable position. Watch him work through multiple blocks to grab a couple of sacks against the Wolfpack this past season: Mock drafts have him going anywhere from third overall to 25th overall.If the Bears trade back past fourth overall, he could be a player they're targeting. Six national championships later, it sounds great. Thats what were saying.. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | What have we learned about Eberflus that really matters? The interviews with Caldwell and Eberflus were already scheduled by the Bears before Poles signed his contract to be the Bears next GM. PALM BEACH, Fla. Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus will welcome players to Halas Hall next week as the offseason workout program for teams with new coaches begins. Lots of Adventist Pioneer stories, black line master handouts, and teaching notes. The NFL media are catching up. They always are when the words dont mean a thing. Coach Matt Eberflus speaks after practice, July 27, 2022, as the Chicago Bears open training camp at Halas Hall. GM Ryan Poles and head coach Matt Eberflus may do this by seeking out potential bargains. Perhaps the biggest shoe to drop during the press conference was the potential for a trade to happen shortly after the NFL Combine completes and prior to free agency: With free agency now officially two weeks away, there's a likelihood that the Bears could trade the first overall pick the week between the Combine's completion (March 6) and the beginning of the "legal tampering window" (March 13). 11:57 am ET, Agent's Take: Rodgers' trade value, logistics, best fit, McCarthy discusses taking over Cowboys' play-calling, Brett Favre welfare funds scandal explained, Reich says Carr 'checks a lot of boxes' after meeting, Bears to hire Matt Eberflus as new head coach, Mock: Carter falls amid warrant, Ravens take QB, Rodgers' trade value, logistics and best fit, Best team fits for top FAs at each position, Ex-NFL GM on ramifications of Carter's legal issue, NFLPA issues team report cards: Commanders fail, 49ers GM says he contacted Brady as team seeks QB help, Jalen Carter issues statement amid charges. 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