Transcript: Bears Head Coach Press Conference





How does the loss this week prepare you for the next game?

Shows us certain ways we are vulnerable, but also certain ways to attack.


Can you summarize what it was like playing against the Cowboys last week?

I wish they didn't have Parsons and Lawrence



Can you talk about the development of Quentin Johnston so far?

We need him to step up if we are going to make this playoff push.


Can you talk about what it’s like to prepare to go against a player like Budda Baker?

Hope we don't fumble, but other than that not much changes.

How has Ryan Tannehill’s experience in the league helped the team so far?

He's played one real snap, and oh boy was it good.

What is the status of Robert Quinn and when is he set to return?

He will be back next week, and hopefully he's ready to make an impact.






Over your career, what makes a team better at not turning the ball over as the season goes along? What kind of things you need to emphasize? How much of it is coaching? How much of it is a mental part? Physical part?

Understanding that having the ball is the most important thing in the sport.


What were some of the contributing factors to the loss this week?

Untimely mistakes that cost us drives and points.



How quickly can you tell if a young player is a football player if he thinks about it because it seems like at the Combine they’re all saying the right thing and it’s the job. How quickly does it take?

When I see what their 40 yard dash time was.






How much of a problem is Zach Harrison on the defensive line?

Big problem, all Buckeyes are.

I want to ask you about the receiver position in general. How have you seen that position evolve in importance over the years and how does having a player like WR Quentin Johnston sort of factor into that perspective?

He can be great in the future, but we need him right now.

Did you scout Zach Harrison before the draft? If so, what stood out about him?

All Buckeyes are great.

How do you see the competition level in the NFC North currently?

Very High.

Can you describe kind of the energy or the mood and the vibe in the building now coming in the home stretch?

Gotta get the job done.












When the schedules were released this past offseason, analysts said you had one of the easier schedules they've seen. Do you see it that way as well?

Nope, good teams make tough games.

Your team is one of the oldest teams in the league in terms of average age. How do you feel about the future of this team while not having as many young players as other teams? Do you think having an older team has its benefits?

We have a lot of old bums.


Can you speak to the overall team health?

We are finally healthy.

What are your thoughts about the Cardinals just in general as a team?

I like their offense.