The NFC North was called the best division in football, but they've been swept from the playoffs. Are the Bears closer to the top than they look?

The Bears have confirmed interviewing 15 candidates, a list highlighted by Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, former Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll, former Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy and former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel, who got the job in New England.

The Chicago Bears have interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores for their head coaching job