Jan. 16--The latest buzz on the Chicago Bears' hiring of Ryan Pace as general manager and their search for a head coach.
FRIDAY
The Bears' pursuit of the 15th head coach in franchise history ended with the official hiring of John Fox to succeed Marc Trestman.
#Bears will introduce John Fox as head coach in an 11 am press conference Monday at Halas Hall.
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 16, 2015
John Fox knows just what #Bears need: defense, writes @steverosenbloom http://t.co/6uCXMNaCBU pic.twitter.com/uFoiaLMMtv
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 16, 2015
John Fox right man for #Bears' rebuilding job, writes @BradBiggs http://t.co/3sqTdBousk pic.twitter.com/kIT9OXbVM0
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 16, 2015
John Fox is the new #Bears head coach: http://t.co/LhPWTQjpn2 pic.twitter.com/LXKNdFty5b
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 16, 2015
Just spoke to John Fox, still trying to hammer out an agreement with Bears. Incredibly excited to get this done
-- Jay Glazer (@JayGlazer) January 16, 2015
Source confirms Bears, John Fox deep in negotiations to become next head coach and discussions have been on schedule, in positive direction.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 16, 2015
#Bears are set to hire John Fox as the next coach, source confirms. He's already making preparations for taking it (as @JasonPhilCole said)
-- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 16, 2015
John Fox is now in negotiations to become next coach of Chicago Bears. Not done but close, @AdamSchefter @FieldYates also reporting.
-- Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) January 16, 2015
I may be crazy (possible) but I continue to hear the same refrain about #Bears GM Ryan Pace. He's being very deliberate. Taking his time.
-- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 16, 2015
John Fox's strong-minded style developed over long coaching odyssey, writes @DavidHaugh http://t.co/PaCLestAm9 pic.twitter.com/HdyNZIYyfp
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 16, 2015
Bears coaching search update from a suspenseful day of waiting, by @danwiederer and me: http://t.co/3oRCOV04Ck pic.twitter.com/g7eTGmUoIy
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 16, 2015
THURSDAY
If the Bears hire John Fox, they could follow the same timeline they used in hiring GM Ryan Pace: Wednesday interview, Thursday announcement, Friday news conference.
Good sign for Bears RT@Rich_Campbell GM Ryan Pace believed to be in Denver as pursuit of John Fox still on track: http://t.co/oAGVdrVeUE
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 16, 2015
Teryl Austin, Gary Kubiak first guys up on Broncos' head coach candidates list: http://t.co/icHATnKYUg via @mikeklis
-- Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) January 15, 2015
#Giants hire Steve Spagnuolo as def coordinator, leaving Dennis Allen in play for potential reunion as DC for John Fox, if when he is hired.
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 15, 2015
Broncos announce offensive coordinator Adam Gase is formally interviewing for the head coaching position now.
-- Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) January 15, 2015
All quiet on the John Fox-#Bears front? Nothing to worry about just yet, via @danwiederer: http://t.co/zrfovSJMwk pic.twitter.com/Gx9Izrvobv
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 15, 2015
Browns interview ex-Bears coach Marc Trestman for OC: report http://t.co/uKmzhEqlAe pic.twitter.com/wl0idYHMo8
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 15, 2015
Via @ChiTribGraphics: John Fox's stats as a head coach. http://t.co/30GkYZm8QZ pic.twitter.com/u8EcICJMur
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 15, 2015
@ChicagoBears I'd come out of retirement to help my buddy fox mke that team super bowl champs again #Chicago #greatestfans#alwaysHOME#mytown
-- Jim McMahon (@JimMcMahon) January 15, 2015
I will when there is something to break "@Vipermuscle83: @JayGlazer Jay, why do you tease? We are all ... http://t.co/jXx0G4XEII
-- Jay Glazer (@JayGlazer) January 15, 2015
What did the Fox Say...????? #JohnFox #BearDown
-- Stephen Paea (@PAEA92) January 15, 2015
Coles report does not say its a done deal. If and when it becomes a done deal, @JayGlazer will have it first.
-- Greg Gabriel (@greggabe) January 15, 2015
Word on the street is J.Fox will be your next #Bears HC. Welcome to #Chicago John Fox.
-- Jarrett W. Payton (@paytonsun) January 15, 2015
#NFL exec source says John Fox is getting the #Bears job.
-- Jason Cole (@JasonPhilCole) January 15, 2015
#Falcons, who have finalist Teryl Austin in today for a 2nd interview, will request Adam Gase for an OC interview. Interesting potential duo
-- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 15, 2015
John Fox is coming back today to sign his #Bears contract, right? @steverosenbloom hopes so: http://t.co/vej9FtCHhu pic.twitter.com/VlvCdtEYzL
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 15, 2015
Broncos submitted request to Ravens to interview OC Gary Kubiak, who has said he would remain in Baltimore but who has long ties to Denver.
-- Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 15, 2015
WEDNESDAY
The Bears interviewed former Broncos coach John Fox, considered to be the front-runner to succeed Marc Trestman.
John Fox interviewed with Bears today. Flying back to Denver.
-- Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) January 15, 2015
Lions DC Teryl Austin, assuming he gets out of Atlanta (where he's meeting Falcons brass for 2nd time), has interview with Denver on Friday
-- Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) January 15, 2015
Here's how John Fox would fit as new Bears coach, via @Rich_Campbell http://t.co/nou1SDBRm7 pic.twitter.com/cLkcH3qHfM
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 15, 2015
John Fox emerges as Bears' top coaching candidate, via @danwiederer http://t.co/qXI3fTjfNR pic.twitter.com/MbShLDxKhM
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 15, 2015
This becomes an interesting dance for NFL teams and HC candidates now as the openings dwindle. Leverage becomes interesting.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 14, 2015
Bills: Rex Jets: Bowles Raiders: Del Rio 49ers: Tomsula Still searching: Bears, Falcons, Broncos.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 14, 2015
Gase is very close with Peyton Manning. Where Denver goes with him could be a tell on how bad the Broncos want 18 back.
-- Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) January 14, 2015
49ers set to promote DL coach Jim Tomsula to head coach, per sources. Still ironing out details, but Tomsula expected to be 49ers next HC.
-- Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 14, 2015
Oakland Raiders now have hired HC Jack Del Rio, as @mortreport reported they would.
-- Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 14, 2015
Btw, as of an hour ago, Lions defensive coordinator Teryl Austin was the only coach the Broncos put in a request for thus far.
-- Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) January 14, 2015
Austin has not arrived in Atlanta just yet but will be here later. Expected to meet with Falcons tonight and maybe tomorrow, source tells me
-- vaughn mcclure (@vxmcclure23) January 14, 2015
#Broncos OC Adam Gase spent the morning at the team facility and he's met with GM John Elway about their head coaching vacancy, source said
-- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 14, 2015
If John Fox comes to the #Bears, could Kyle Shanahan be joining him? Via @danwiederer. http://t.co/AGBNUkkU7V pic.twitter.com/j00EkM4Pwc
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 14, 2015
#Bears fans, does John Fox's age -- he'll turn 60 next month -- concern you? VOTE: http://t.co/pa2wOslar0 pic.twitter.com/WmBO8zsXpz
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 14, 2015
Raiders expected to name Jack Del Rio as their next head coach as early as today, per sources.
-- Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) January 14, 2015
Where we're at right now: No agreement after long meeting between #Raiders, Del Rio: http://t.co/EjPErrZ08p
-- Scott Bair (@BairCSN) January 14, 2015
TUESDAY
The Bears interviewed former Bills coach Doug Marrone and Lions defensive coordinator Teryl Austin and scheduled an interview with former Broncos coach John Fox.
As #Bears talk to two candidates, John Fox alters landscape of coach hunt, via @danwiederer http://t.co/peZK8OmwTb pic.twitter.com/bmUwKZ5sTm
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 14, 2015
As the John Fox-Bears courtship heats up, take a look at Rex Ryan's contract and Jason Garrett's for market comparisons.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 14, 2015
As the John Fox-Bears courtship heats up, take a look at Rex Ryan's contract and Jason Garrett's for market comparisons.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 14, 2015
Scratch Todd Bowles off your Bears candidate list. He will become the Jets new coach, per a league source.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 14, 2015
Former #Broncos coach John Fox will interview tomorrow with the #Bears, source said. This is his No. 1 choice for a landing spot
-- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 14, 2015
#Bears interview Doug Marrone, Teryl Austin for coaching vacancy, via @Rich_Campbell http://t.co/VkCmCHeXg9 pic.twitter.com/3PMcY0yyya
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 14, 2015
John Fox to the #Bears? His former GM with Panthers thinks so, via @BradBiggs http://t.co/hThxjsvO53 pic.twitter.com/gWCYQOe81J
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 14, 2015
If Jason Garrett's worth 5 years/$30M and Rex Ryan's worth 5 years/$27.5M, what's John Fox's price for the Bears? More qualified than both.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 13, 2015
Expect the Bears to continue vetting HC candidates such as Marrone Austin, even with Fox on the market. No harm in examining all options.
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 13, 2015
Lions DC Teryl Austin completing his visit with the Bears and is set to speak to the Falcons tomorrow. Remains very much in the mix
-- Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) January 13, 2015
Fox is available for #Bears largely b/c of disagreement w/ Elway. @danwiederer @Rich_Campbell: http://t.co/VOithr0f8K pic.twitter.com/ZRyJySA4Eq
-- Amanda Kaschube (@amandakaschube) January 13, 2015
John Fox makes sense for the Bears for the same reason he made sense for Denver four years ago: A sideways culture needs straightening out.
-- Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) January 13, 2015
Jason Garrett and Cowboys on brink of a new 5-year contract, per sources.
-- Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) January 13, 2015
More Elway: "I feel like you should go out kicking and screaming, last 2 years I didn't feel like we went out kicking and screaming."
-- Jeff Legwold (@Jeff_Legwold) January 13, 2015
Telling Elway quote: "I'm disappointed we didn't play with more fire."
-- Jeff Legwold (@Jeff_Legwold) January 13, 2015
6 things you should know about John Fox, via @Steven_Golds. http://t.co/2ZyU9eCyhJ #bears pic.twitter.com/RMua4fs3Je
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 13, 2015
Broncos GM/exec VP of football ops John Elway said he and John Fox disagreed on how to get to the next level. So they decided to split.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 13, 2015
Cleveland Browns will interview Marc Trestman and John DiFilippo for OC this week, Anthony Lynn interview requested http://t.co/Uxz6sibgMO
-- Mary Kay Cabot (@MaryKayCabot) January 13, 2015
A member of coaching staff says a deteriorated Fox-Elway relationship was catalyst for Fox departure. Two good men -- just real differences.
-- Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) January 13, 2015
Broncos should be prepared for possibility Gase takes 49ers job by end of meeting. 49ers source says team is serious; knows Elway on deck.
-- Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) January 13, 2015
Sources: Adam Gase currently meeting with 49ers officials in Denver. Expected to be marathon. Elway plans to meet w/ Gase when it concludes.
-- Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) January 13, 2015
Ryan Pace's predecessor got fired in part because he rejected Bruce Arians. Will John Fox become Pace's Bruce Arians?
-- steve rosenbloom (@steverosenbloom) January 13, 2015
Big change of plans: #AZCardinals DC Todd Bowles will now head to #NYJ first, then talk with #Falcons. Question is will #Jets let him leave?
-- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 13, 2015
As of now, no interview schedule for Fox has been confirmed. Bears slated to meet with Lions DC Teryl Austin today.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 13, 2015
Now major key will be for new GM Ryan Pace and Fox to feel out their chemistry w one another and see if their visions sync. Stay tuned.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 13, 2015
#Bears spotlighted young, up--coming coaches until they hired GM Ryan Pace (37). Now they want a veteran to pair with him. Enter John Fox
-- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 13, 2015
Notes from my time on @NFL_AM today: #Bears job is the 1 John Fox wants, and he's expected to interview. May not get #Falcons consideration
-- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 13, 2015
Yes, Bears will interview John Fox. It's a logical pairing but not automatic, per sources. Story coming on http://t.co/8BJFuCRy0P
-- Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) January 13, 2015
Update: Source says #Bears plan to approach John Fox about coaching job, via @Rich_Campbell and @danwiederer http://t.co/EEWjDhX0Uw
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 13, 2015
MONDAY
With Gary Kubiak taking himself out of the picture, the Bears' search for a head coach seemingly is wide open.
Source: John Fox interested in coaching #Bears, via @Rich_Campbell and @danwiederer http://t.co/EEWjDhX0Uw pic.twitter.com/8OVRCkqTtn
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 13, 2015
#Bears' best candidate is now available...how is Ryan Pace at Fox hunting? Column : http://t.co/QAc8iI5wUS
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 13, 2015
Change isn't unique in the NFL it's inevitable.. . #NFL pic.twitter.com/oIcOw2DnzF
-- Machine Marshall (@BMarshall) January 12, 2015
Cutler might be deterrent to some coaches. But a veteran like Fox, who's adapted throughout solid NFL coaching career? Would surprise me.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 12, 2015
Fox took Broncos to playoffs with Tebow and Manning at QB. I'll laugh at anyone thinking Jay Cutler is a reason he wouldn't come to Chicago.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 12, 2015
Of course, Falcons, Jets and 49ers might be thinking it's no-brainer to call and gauge Fox's interest too. Fox turns 60 in Feb. Plenty left.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 12, 2015
Stunner...No-brainer for #Bears to call RT@nfl John Fox and @Broncos part ways (via @JeffDarlington @RapSheet): http://t.co/kCoFaJVQFI
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 12, 2015
Could see the Bears making a push for John Fox.
-- Eric Edholm (@Eric_Edholm) January 12, 2015
Ernie Accorsi and John Fox have a close relationship. He should guide Ryan Pace towards Fox. Would be ideal
-- Greg Gabriel (@greggabe) January 12, 2015
Mike Shanahan lives in Denver. -- He has always wanted to coach Peyton Manning. -- John Elway likes Shanahan. -- I mean, I'm just saying.
-- Peter King (@SI_PeterKing) January 12, 2015
Shakes up the coaching carousel. #Bears RT @AdamSchefter: Broncos and John Fox parting ways.
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 12, 2015
Jets and Falcons to interview Todd Bowles again. More via @danwiederer: http://t.co/ohDos26Iu4 pic.twitter.com/yEpIttXgy0
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 12, 2015
#Falcons and #Jets have scheduled 2nd interviews for #Cardinals DC Todd Bowles.
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 12, 2015
Confirming the Jets have, in fact, scheduled a second interview with Todd Bowles. #nyj
-- Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) January 12, 2015
Jets and Falcons each planning to bring back Cardinals DC Todd Bowles for second HC interview, per sources; trying to finalize schedule now.
-- Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 12, 2015
#Bears also could be a team that wants to talk to McDermott, but nothing set up yet.
-- Joe Person (@josephperson) January 12, 2015
Panthers DC Sean McDermott will interview w/ Jets for HC position on Wed, per source. 1st reported by @DanGrazianoESPN.
-- Joe Person (@josephperson) January 12, 2015
The Bills officially announce the hiring of Rex Ryan as their new head coach. http://t.co/c4emO8EHMz
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 12, 2015
With five teams still looking to fill HC vacancies, worth noting that Jason Garrett is now a free agent.
-- Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 12, 2015
With Broncos out, OC Adam Gase free to explore coaching openings, writes @BradBiggs http://t.co/tU3poHPL7b pic.twitter.com/nbI2J2LD8F
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 12, 2015
SUNDAY, JAN. 11
With the Bills reportedly set to hire Rex Ryan, NFL coaching searches figure to kick into high gear this week.
Gary Kubiak out of the mix for #Bears, via @danwiederer http://t.co/K7MuWWU1yU pic.twitter.com/R7psUPXLw5
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 12, 2015
Fluid process. But says a lot when OC of any NFL team, regardless of reasons, turns down chance to interview for job as Bears head coach.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 12, 2015
#Ravens announce offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak is staying in Baltimore. So scratch him off list of possible candidates for #Bears job
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 12, 2015
When Gary Kubiak recently said "I had my turn, and I'm really enjoying what I'm doing,' he obviously meant what he said.
-- Aaron Wilson (@RavensInsider) January 12, 2015
As long as Woody Johnson is content to wait for Dan Quinn, then he'll be Jets HC, with Mike Maccagnan as the GM.
-- Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) January 12, 2015
Ravens announce Gary Kubiak will remain as OC after garnering interest from a number of teams.
-- Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) January 12, 2015
#Bears will interview #Lions DC Teryl Austin for head coaching job on Tuesday. @JosinaAnderson 1st reported date.
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 11, 2015
Report: #Bears could make 'major push' for Gary Kubiak. More on via @danwiederer: http://t.co/iDxEKEaj2D pic.twitter.com/2ziiYgDAxP
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 11, 2015
Jets head coach job still comes down to Woody Johnson and if he wants to wait for Dan Quinn. If not, Todd Bowles could be the guy
-- Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) January 11, 2015
The 49ers will conduct a second interview with Todd Bowles, who remains in play for the Falcons and Bears HC jobs as well
-- Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) January 11, 2015
Bears' interest in Gary Kubiak makes sense. Only time Bears ever hired an HC with previous NFL HC experience was Paddy Driscoll in 1956.
-- Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 11, 2015
VOTE: Would Teryl Austin be a good fit for the #Bears at head coach? http://t.co/yUPiyNUhuT
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 11, 2015
Bears prepared to make a major push for Ravens OC Gary Kubiak, per source. Kubiak now free to talk with teams about HC vacancies.
-- Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 11, 2015
Bears GM Ryan Pace jumps into coaching search looking for someone with characteristics of Sean Payton, via @BradBiggs http://t.co/rmcXGQb9Q1
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 11, 2015
Ryan Pace couldn't have made New Orleans flavor he brings Bears more obvious without bringing beignets. #ICYMI Column http://t.co/9OY5LtcLOM
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 11, 2015
Bills offer coaching job to Rex Ryan: report. http://t.co/2NOZjoLSv5 pic.twitter.com/uOLuUXdsYK
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 11, 2015
SATURDAY, JAN. 10
New Bears general manager Ryan Pace turns his full attention to the search for a head coach.
Lions DC Teryl Austin on #Bears' radar after reshaping Detroit defense on the fly, writes @BradBiggs http://t.co/C2qKQeCpJC
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 10, 2015
New #Bears GM Ryan Pace following NFL path of former EIU players, coaches, writes @kicker34 http://t.co/U55dnvZnUw pic.twitter.com/ynlT6QnLUd
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 10, 2015
At least this is clear: Ryan Pace wants coach in the Parcells-Payton mold, via @BradBiggs http://t.co/4pzNnTYWPc pic.twitter.com/FDxD6aXtdH
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 10, 2015
FRIDAY, JAN. 9
The Bears introduced new general manager Ryan Pace at an 11 a.m. news conference at Halas Hall.
#Bears have requested permission to interview #Lions DC Teryl Austin for head coaching position.
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 9, 2015
Highlights of the Bears' press conference introducing new GM Ryan Pace: http://t.co/tInyhoiNbT pic.twitter.com/uVzlEeu8m4
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 9, 2015
#Bears GM Ryan Pace has a 5 year contract
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 9, 2015
Of all Pace said, his biggest statements still will be made by who he hires as head coach and what he does about Jay Cutler.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 9, 2015
Pace wraps it up. Pretty fluid, flashed some humor. Obviously a bright guy but someone who demonstrates he'll learn a lot on job.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 9, 2015
Pace says he plans to meet with Jay Cutler soon but is currently zeroed in on the coaching search.
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 9, 2015
Pace: "To win in (Chicago), you've got to be able to run the ball. You've got to play tough defense. ...We're going to get back to that."
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 9, 2015
Pace, politely declining to detail what he thinks of Cutler: "Evaluating the quarterback is more than what I see on tape."
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 9, 2015
Pace on QB decision/Cutler: "I want to get to know Jay before I make any conclusions."
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 9, 2015
Pace says he does have final say over who the head coach will be.
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 9, 2015
Pace says he will have final say over the 53-man roster, but he emphasizes the relationship btw him and the head coach.
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 9, 2015
Was getting settled while Ted Phillips was announcing GM will report directly to him so apparently Bears OK with him being out front. (ugh)
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 9, 2015
At Halas Hall press conference, and a few minutes in, believe Ryan Pace only has made 214 New Orleans references.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 9, 2015
Ryan Pace talking about getting #Bears back to sustained success and references "multiple championships." pic.twitter.com/6OAb4zq4HA
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 9, 2015
15 questions for new #Bears GM Ryan Pace, via @illyphilly http://t.co/xlf1YvfRj6
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 9, 2015
Follow along with updates, tweets, photos and more as #Bears introduce new GM Ryan Pace. Live blog: http://t.co/yb2Clafm76
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 9, 2015
#Bears coach search heats up after Todd Bowles meets with new GM Ryan Pace, via @danwiederer http://t.co/TGdNuSloIr pic.twitter.com/gJpngkoxsN
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 9, 2015
Ryan Pace seems like good choice for #Bears in the long run, writes @DavidHaugh http://t.co/DN1hE8IcOE pic.twitter.com/5dFyVRqQNS
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 9, 2015
THURSDAY, JAN. 8
The Bears named Saints executive Ryan Pace to be their new general manager. They also were set to interview Cardinals defensive coordinator Todd Bowles for their coaching job.
6 things to know about new Bears GM Ryan Pace, via http://t.co/aiUn66n74K
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 8, 2015
Ryan Pace an intriguing alternative for Bears, as McCaskey breaks pattern, via @DavidHaugh http://t.co/aajsoNbljq pic.twitter.com/qVtQfLsgzE
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 8, 2015
More Loomis on Pace: He has been a key contributor in developing our roster throughout the past years.
-- Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) January 8, 2015
Loomis on Pace: Wish to congratulate Bears on the hiring of Ryan Pace as GM. ... Outstanding member of Saints organization for past 15 years
-- Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) January 8, 2015
Hiring a guy from the Saints -- man, now's really the time you wish Ted Phillips had gotten the Bears a domed stadium.
-- steve rosenbloom (@steverosenbloom) January 8, 2015
Just heard the news. Awesome. Can't wait to get to work.
-- Kyle Long (@Ky1eLong) January 8, 2015
Did Ryan Pace get the kind of control he'll need to turn around #Bears? @steverosenbloom: http://t.co/6pClIJp23P pic.twitter.com/lkidAmMVTI
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 8, 2015
Ryan Pace GM Chicago Bears. Awesome guy. One of my all time favorite Saints personnel. Sad to see him leave NOLA. Good luck Ryan! -SG
-- steve gleason (@TeamGleason) January 8, 2015
#Saints will miss Ryan Pace. You could tell both Mickey Loomis and Sean Payton valued him greatly. Promoted twice during current era.
-- Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) January 8, 2015
Bob Spoo coached new Bears GM Ryan Pace at EIU. Said Pace was driven, unselfish kid "always focused on making sure he did his job well."
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 8, 2015
Ryan Pace is a major loss for the #Saints organization, the most talented young talent evaluator in the building. Great hire by Bears.
-- Jeff Duncan (@JeffDuncan_) January 8, 2015
#Bears will officially introduce new GM Ryan Pace at 11 a.m. on Friday. http://t.co/luaYMMybzs pic.twitter.com/Y8bBRO64IO
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 8, 2015
Look around Chicago. Theo. Jed Hoyer. Stan Bowman...George McCaskey saw other bright, young GMs succeeding. Word is, George was blown away.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 8, 2015
Have heard nothing but positive things for quite a while about new Bears GM Ryan Pace. Bright young executive
-- Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) January 8, 2015
You have to give Ryan Pace a chance. He was 7 when '85 Bears won Super Bowl but comes from winning organization who valued him greatly.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 8, 2015
I hear really good things about Ryan Pace. I love giving young guys their shots.
-- Pete Prisco (@PriscoCBS) January 8, 2015
At 37, Ryan Pace is the #NFL's youngest current GM. Howie Roseman was 34 when he became GM of #Eagles in 2010.
-- Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) January 8, 2015
VOTE: #Bears hire Ryan Pace as their new GM ... like the move?http://t.co/vzqTRrkcBJ pic.twitter.com/ALnuNaIjP0
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 8, 2015
Big surprise: Bears announce Ryan Pace will be new general manager. He'll be introduced at 11 a.m. Friday. Wow.
-- David Haugh (@DavidHaugh) January 8, 2015
Chris Ballard: Likes water skiing, Kathleen Turner, Matt Forte and Cedric Benson. http://t.co/VpwPt9OWkN #bears pic.twitter.com/5Ns8zb36tm
-- Amanda Kaschube (@amandakaschube) January 8, 2015
If KC's Chris Ballard becomes #Bears GM, I wouldn't expect his head coach to be Dave Toub, Doug Pederson or other member of #Chiefs staff
-- Ed Werder (@Edwerderespn) January 8, 2015
Hearing Todd Bowles making very strong impression in head coaching interviews. I expect him to be a factor in this game of musical chairs
-- Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) January 8, 2015
Advice for #Bears coaching candidate Todd Bowles, courtesy of ever-helpful @steverosenbloom : http://t.co/OCZgfpbxDV pic.twitter.com/oT0B78EOeX
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 8, 2015
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 7
The Bears interviewed two general manager candidates: Chiefs director of player personnel Chris Ballard and Saints director of player personnel Ryan Pace.
Cardinals DC Todd Bowles has had to juggle his interview schedule. Will be meeting with Bears on Thurs. now.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 8, 2015
That's four GM interviews in the last 36 hours in Lake Forest. Ballard, Pace, Lake Dawson, Brian Gaine. Decision time nearing.
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 8, 2015
Despite Bears ties, GM candidate Chris Ballard his own man, via @BradBiggs http://t.co/3y5By2bZIk pic.twitter.com/QubKBvMUxU
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 8, 2015
Houston has granted the Eagles permission to interview dir of pro personnel Brian Gaine for their GM spot. Interview is being scheduled.
-- Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) January 7, 2015
Despite success with Jay Cutler and Brandon Marshall, I'm told #Bears do not have Mike Shanahan on list of HC prospects
-- Ed Werder (@Edwerderespn) January 7, 2015
Win in 2015? Why the #Bears next GM might be walking into a dangerous situation, via @danwiederer. http://t.co/knqJDBmGfh
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 7, 2015
VOTE: Is Chris Ballard the right choice for the #Bears at GM? http://t.co/iG9yMjrBfn pic.twitter.com/O0YphAxLEV
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 7, 2015
Pros and cons of apparent #Bears GM favorite Chris Ballard, via @steverosenbloom : http://t.co/0v6w4M8KN3 pic.twitter.com/CBelRjxYzN
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 7, 2015
TUESDAY, JAN. 6
The Bears interviewed two general manager candidates: Titans vice-president of player personnel Lake Dawson and Texans director of pro personnel Brian Gaine.
Brian Gaine, who interviewed for #Bears GM job today, was in Miami and Dallas at same time as coaching candidate Todd Bowles.
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 7, 2015
Bears consultant Ernie Accorsi, chairman George McCaskey president Ted Phillips conducted the GM interviews with Dawson Gaine.
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 7, 2015
-- Brian Gaine, Texans director of pro personnel, 41, just finished his first season with the Texans , during which he added to his extensive background on the pro scouting side. And he does have some college scouting experience. Before joining the Texans, he held high-ranking positions in the Dolphins', Cowboys' and Jets' scouting departments. Gaine worked for Bill Parcells with all three teams. Parcells and Bears consultant Ernie Accorsi have deep roots with the Giants.
Bears intensify GM search Tuesday by interviewing Brian Gaine and Lake Dawson: http://t.co/kci64TbAyT pic.twitter.com/vjiY6iNHIy
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 7, 2015
Multiple sources indicate Texans DProP Brian Gaine is on the Bears' schedule for GM interview today. Bears have not confirmed that, though.
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 6, 2015
As one person, a longtime NFL exec who has been in many coach interviews, told me: "Dan Quinn is the most impressive candidate I have seen."
-- Peter King (@SI_PeterKing) January 6, 2015
Vision, confidence strengths of #Bears GM candidate Chris Ballard. More via @danwiederer. http://t.co/QxofIAy0Lv pic.twitter.com/bWnlX9ZEjD
-- ChicagoSports (@ChicagoSports) January 6, 2015
-- Bears set to interview Titans vice president of player personnel Lake Dawson today, according to a league source. The 43-year-old former Notre Dame receiver oversees the Titans' college and pro scouting departments. He just finished his third season in that role.
Doesn't sound like Mike Shanahan will stop at three interviews. The #Bears, when they hire a GM, are expected to interview for HC him, too
-- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 6, 2015
Mike Shanahan offers Bears more than just a Jay Cutler fixer. My thoughts on his candidacy: http://t.co/AUEz3MGMiQ pic.twitter.com/Ryp669Foo1
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 6, 2015
MONDAY, JAN. 5
Speculation is that the Bears would prefer to hire a general manager first, then pursue a head coach.
-- Todd Bowles, Cardinals defensive coordinator, 51, is scheduled to meet with the Bears on Saturday. He played eight seasons as a safety with the Redskins and 49ers (1986-93). Included on his coaching resume was a four-year stint as assistant head coach/secondary coach with the Dolphins, including a three-game stint as head coach in 2011.
-- Ryan Pace, Saints director of player personnel, is believed to have a GM interview scheduled for Wednesday. Pace, 37, oversees the Saints' college and pro scouting operations. In 2013, the former Eastern Illinois defensive end was promoted to his current role after six seasons as the Saints' director of pro scouting.
Bears to begin GM interviews with Dawson, Ballard, Pace as search intensifies this week: http://t.co/8hTpyGJruU
-- Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) January 6, 2015
SUNDAY, JAN. 4
The Bears prepared for a busy week of interviews.
-- Chris Ballard, Chiefs director of player personnel, is scheduled to interview Wednesday, two sources said. Ballard, 45, was the Bears' Southwest area scout from 2001-11 and their director of pro scouting in 2012. During his tenure, he helped scout draft picks Matt Forte, Charles Tillman, Tommie Harris and Cedric Benson.
(2 of 2):and players love him. Very bright guy. He's soft spoken but a very good motivator and he can get on their asses as good as anybody"
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 4, 2015
Here is what #Cardinals Bruce Arians told me about Todd Bowles as a head coach candidate: "He's a great teacher, great communicator (1 of 2)
-- Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) January 4, 2015
SATURDAY, JAN. 3
The Bears completed their second interview for their coaching job.
-- Adam Gase, the Broncos' offensive coordinator, interviewed for the Bears' coaching job. Gase, 36, has helped direct a potent Denver attack for the past two seasons. The Broncos have averaged 430 yards per game and 34 points under Gase, winning 25 regular-season games.
Jay Cutler's contract. Brandon Marshall's drama. No. 7 pick. What a new Bears GM inherits: http://t.co/GHXcnZ1WZw
-- Dan Wiederer (@danwiederer) January 4, 2015
FRIDAY, JAN. 2
The Bears began the interview process for their head-coaching position.
-- Dan Quinn, the Seahawks' defensive coordinator, interviewed for the Bears' coaching job. In his first season as Seahawks' defensive coordinator in 2013, Quinn, 44, energized a defense that fueled Seattle's charge to a Super Bowl championship. This season, the Seahawks put together the league's No. 1 run defense.
