Ryan Poles will continue as the general manager of the Chicago Bears and will lead the search for a new head coach following the dismissal of Matt Eberflus. Team president Kevin Warren emphasized that Poles will have the final decision in the hiring process.

The Bears, currently with a 4-8 record, decided to part ways with Eberflus after a series of disappointing performances, including a critical loss to the Detroit Lions. Offensive coordinator Thomas Brown has been named interim head coach.