John Fox has a long-standing reputation for being able to identify coaching talent. The fact that three of his former coordinators were or are still head coach in the league is proof enough of that. After seeing a large portion of his staff exit this off-season, that ability was being put to the test yet again. Perhaps none more important than the wide receivers assistant position.
With Alshon Jeffery’s status for 2017 still up in the air, having a quality coach who can develop young talent in case he leaves was imperative. So it wasn’t welcome news when veteran Curtis Johnson chose to depart after one year to rejoin the New Orleans Saints. Nonetheless this is the business part of the NFL.
Could they find somebody capable enough to take over the job without losing some of the quality progress made by guys like Cameron Meredith. As it turns out the Bears seemed to have eyes for somebody in particular and made a strong push to get him. Based on prior accomplishments, Fox’s eye for ability hasn’t diminished one bit.
