What led to the Chicago Bears' decision to bring Chris Beatty on board as their new hire?
The Chicago Bears considered both Chris Beatty and Ike Hilliard for the position of wide receivers coach before ultimately selecting Beatty. What were the key factors that led to the Bears choosing Beatty over Hilliard?
1. Connection with DJ Moore:Chris Beatty's history as the Maryland wide receivers coach in 2016 and 2017, during D.J. Moore's tenure, played a significant role. Following Moore's departure, Beatty was promoted to co-offensive coordinator and assistant head coach, a testament to his success with Moore. Moore's endorsement of Beatty carried weight, given his status as the team's top receiver and a vital offensive leader.
2. Recent NFL Experience:Another critical factor was Beatty's more recent experience working with NFL receivers. While Ike Hilliard had coaching experience in the NFL, he only began coaching in 2009 after his playing career. Beatty, on the other hand, has been coaching since 1998 and had been in the NFL the previous year. His work with players like Mike Williams and Keenan Allen, coupled with his transition from college to the NFL, made him an appealing choice.
3. Track Record of Developing Wide Receivers:Beatty's track record in developing wide receivers in the college ranks further bolstered his candidacy. He had successfully worked with notable talents like Noel Devine and Tavon Austin at West Virginia, Jordan Matthews at Vanderbilt, Jared Abberderis and Alex Erikson at Wisconsin, DJ Moore at Maryland, and Jordan Addison at Pitt. His ability to nurture and groom receivers, combined with his NFL experience and the DJ Moore connection, made Beatty a logical choice for the Chicago Bears.
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30 JANVIER | 39 ANSWERS What led to the Chicago Bears' decision to bring Chris Beatty on board as their new hire? Will the Bears make the playoffs next season? | ||
| Yez | 28 | 71.8 % |
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