The Chicago Bears are clearly planning to be quite thorough in this head coaching cycle. The franchise has confirmed seven interviews with top candidates already and a few more still will come this week. On Sunday, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero linked the Bears with another candidate— and this one is a genunine surprise.

The Chicago Bears may look toward the college game for their next head coach. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Sunday that Chicago "wants to

"The Bears have done extensive research for months on Marcus Freeman," Pelissero said. "He's only 39 years old. Would not be a shock if at some point he at least considers going t