Chicago Bears Hire Shane Waldron as New Offensive Coordinator

Waldron's Track Record Suggests Adaptability Amid Uncertainty Over Bears' Quarterback Decision

Shane Waldron, the former Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator, has been hired as the new offensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears.
Waldron has a history of successful playcalling and has been able to adapt his strategies to different quarterbacks, including Russell Wilson and Geno Smith.
Under Waldron's guidance, Geno Smith led the NFL in completion percentage (69.8%) in 2022 and was voted to his first Pro Bowl.
The Bears have not yet committed to a decision on their quarterback, with options including retaining Justin Fields or drafting a new quarterback.
Waldron's hiring does not indicate a clear direction for the Bears' quarterback decision, but his track record suggests he can adapt to and enhance the performance of whoever is chosen.