The new Bears offensive coordinatonce once tore his Achilles trying to work with players in drills with the Rams, and is known for an energetic style.

The Chicago Bears made a big move along their offensive coaching staff firing Shane Waldron and promoting Thomas Brown to offensive coordinator.

There were some positive signs for the Chicago Bears in their first game since Thomas Brown was promoted to offensive coordinator. There also was another heartbreaking ending. D'Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson each rushed for a touchdown in Chicago's highest-scoring game in a month.

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus promised he would evaluate his staff following the team's 19-3 loss to the New England Patriots, and on Tuesday a change did come down. CBS Sports NFL insider Jonathan Jones is reporting that the Bears have fired offensive coordinator Shane Waldron.

There was a notable shift in the Bears' offense without Shane Waldron, both in the schematic approach and in the results.

Thomas Brown spoke after head coach Matt Eberflus on Wednesday. He talked about how he won't be the biggest factor that will change the Bears' trajectory, but wants to steer the team in the right possible way.

The Chicago Bears have fired Shane Waldron and promoted passing coordinator Thomas Brown to interim offensive coordinator.

Analysis: New Bears offensive coordinator Thomas Brown has already shown at Carolina what direction he'll take an offense and it should be no surprise to anyone

Players voted new Bears OC and playcaller Thomas Brown as No.2 in top offensive coordinator NFLPA survey last season. Brown is well-liked, but also intentional & demanding of his players. Maybe what Bears need to get a spark into Caleb Williams and this offense. pic.twitter.com/sGk0D5svGw

The pairing between new Bears coordinator Thomas Brown and quarterback Caleb Williams produced a field goal in its first drive together. Down 7-0 at Soldier Field on Sunday, the B