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Chicago Bears president Kevin Warren made some bold statements Monday following the firing of head coach Matt Eberflus.

According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Warren said the Bears’ head coaching job “will be the most coveted job in the National Football League this year.” He also made it clear that general manager Ryan Poles will not be fired following Eberflus’ firing.

“Ryan Poles is the general manager of the Chicago Bears, and he will remain the general manager of the Chicago Bears,” Warren said definitively, adding that Poles will be the point person in the team’s search for a new head coach.

Interim coach Thomas Brown also announced the promotions of Chris Beatty to offensive coordinator and Eric Washington to defensive lineman. Richard Hightower remains the special teams coach.

On his belief that Chicago’s vacancy will be the most desired entry into the upcoming offseason, Warren added: “Ryan and I have to work hand in hand to make sure we bring this to life, not just from a standpoint Head coach, but overall.” Employee point of view.”

The Bears have a solid foundation that should be attractive to most aspiring coaching candidates. 2024 No. 1 pick Caleb Williams has shown flashes at various times this season. Despite his moments of inconsistency, it’s clear that with the right development he can be a star.

Chicago also has a strong group of talented players surrounding Williams with receivers DJ Moore, Rome Odunze and Keenan Allen. The team’s defense could use some improvement, but ranks ninth in the NFL averaging 20.0 points per game.

In addition to the Bears, the New York Jets and New Orleans Saints will also be looking for a new head coach after Robert Saleh and Dennis Allen were each fired during the season. More vacancies are expected to open through the end of the year, so Chicago will have some competition as it tries to land the top candidate to replace Eberflus.