The Dallas Cowboys head coach search will begin soon, as America’s Team season ended with a late loss to the Washington Commanders. Mike McCarthy, the mercurial coach, is still under contract until January 14th but may find greener pastures elsewhere in the league.

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.