One day, two head coach interview requests for Pittsburgh Steelers OC Arthur Smith. After an early reported connected the New York Jets to showing interest in Smith, the Chicago Bears have reportedly requested Smith to interview for their head coach opening. ESPN’s Adam Schefter tweeted the news Monday afternoon.
The Bears are looking for a replacement and long-term solution after firing Matt Eberflus mid-way through the season. While Chicago has struggled to win, there are attractive elements to the job. None bigger than a potential franchise quarterback in place with Caleb Williams. Despite playing behind a poor offensive line that sacked him an NFL-high 68 times, Williams dazzled in his best moments and avoided interceptions, throwing just six all season.