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.

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,

After the report came out, Bears' quarterback Caleb Williams conducted a press conference to wrap up his rookie season in the NFL. He was asked about Johnson, and the quarterback gave an honest answer. Williams got a sideline view of Johnson's offense for two games this season.

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.

The Chicago Bears submitted formal requests to interview Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing as well both coordinators from the Detroit Lions, NFL Network reported Monday.

The Chicago Bears are officially on the hunt for a new head coach. Here's who is reportedly on the short list.

The Chicago Bears have wasted little time attempting to pry one of the Detroit Lions' coordinators to fill their head coaching vacancy.

However, the Bears will have some competition for both candidates as Johnson and Vrabel are viewed as the top options during this head coaching cycle. Bears News: Multiple Teams I