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Charles Tillman. (Credit: Getty Images)

Tillman: ‘My Heart Bled’ For Lovie

While many questions still linger around Halas Hall in the wake of Lovie Smith’s firing earlier this week, one thing is certain: Smith’s players loved playing for him.

670 The Score–2013/01/03

Lovie Smith. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

Baffoe: Dear John… I Mean Lovie

Well, this is never easy. Look, I think you’re a great guy. I do, really. Nine years! That’s a hell of a run. But it’s time.

CBS Chicago–2013/01/02

Lovie Smith. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Silverman: Seven Head Coaches Get Gate; Most For Good Reason

While it basically comes down to winning and losing, there are specific reasons each of the seven coaches were dismissed.

CBS Chicago–2013/01/02

Brett Favre talks with Tom Clements.  (Photo by NFL via Getty Images)

Report: Bears Request Permission To Interview Packers OC Clements

As Bears general manager Phil Emery begins his search to find Lovie Smith’s replacement, he’ll do so by interviewing Packers offensive coordinator Tom Clements.

CBS Chicago–2013/01/02

Chicago Bears Minicamp

Bernstein: Personality Matters To Emery

It wasn’t much, but it could be enough to stir the last remnants of aging Ditkaphiles, so look out. Some still live among us, and still have the navy-blue sweater.

CBS Chicago–2013/01/02

Chicago Bears general manager Phil Emery discusses the decision to fire head coach Lovie Smith. (Credit: CBS)

Bears’ Emery: ‘We Have To Be In The Playoffs On A Consistent Basis’

Bears general manager Phil Emery said Tuesday it was a “tough decision” to fire Lovie Smith as head coach after nine years on the job, but he said the team did not have enough offensive success under Smith, and it was time to go in a new direction.

CBS Chicago–2013/01/01

Former Bears coach Mike Ditka talks with CBS 2 about Lovie Smith's firing. (CBS)

Ditka On The Bears Firing Lovie: ‘There’s No Loyalty’

CBS 2′s Mike Parker sat down with Iron Mike to get his take on the Chicago Bears’ firing of one of his successors, Lovie Smith.

2012/12/31

Jay Cutler.  (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Hoge: Having Lost Leverage, Cutler Won’t Be Involved In Coaching Search

No matter who the Bears find to replace Lovie Smith, the franchise is going to make a concerted effort to improve the offense.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/31

Devin Hester. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

Hester: ‘I Don’t Even Know If I Want To Play Again’

Maybe Hester was overreacting in the heat of the moment, but the writing is on the wall: his days as a Chicago Bear are over.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/31

Bill O'Brien. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Hoge: Five Names To Watch Early In The Bears’ Coaching Search

We’re just minutes into the post-Lovie Smith era, but as we await official word from general manager Phil Emery, I thought I’d take a quick glance at a few names to watch for the Bears’ new head coaching vacancy.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/31

Lovie Smith during his introductory press conference in 2004.  (Photo by Aynsley Floyd/Getty Images)

Poll: Was Firing Lovie Smith The Right Decision?

The Bears decided to fire head coach Lovie Smith after nine seasons. Was it the right call?

670 The Score–2012/12/31

Lovie Smith. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

After 9 Seasons, Bears Fire Lovie Smith

The Bears have fired head coach Lovie Smith after nine seasons.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/31

Chicago Bears General Manager Phil Emery. (CBS)

Bernstein: Clock Ticking For Emery’s Call

The Bears need general manager availability, with Phil Emery standing at the lectern to announce the future direction of the franchise, today. ASAP.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/31

Green Bay Packers v Chicago Bears

Bears Fans Divided On Whether Lovie Should Go

Even before the Bears were eliminated from the playoffs on Sunday, some Bears fans were calling for the ouster of head coach Lovie Smith.

WBBM Newsradio–2012/12/31

Lovie Smith. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

Hoge: Now What? Lovie’s Fate Rests In Emery’s Hands

Adrian Peterson and the Minnesota Vikings ended the Bears’ season Sunday with a 37-34 win over the Green Bay Packers, sending Lovie Smith and his coaching staff home to await word on their future in Chicago.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/30

Brandon Marshall can't come up with with a fourth quarter pass in the end zone. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Hoge’s Grades: Average Performance Across The Board For Bears

Here are my grades following the Bears’ 26-24 win over the Lions Sunday at Ford Field:

CBS Chicago–2012/12/30

Matt Forte scores a touchdown in the second quarter. (Credit: Getty)

Bears Beat Lions 26-24

Cutler threw for 257 yards and a touchdown and helped seal the game with a late scramble, as the Bears won 26-24 against the Lions on Sunday.

2012/12/30

Lovie Smith.  (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Durkin: It’s Time For A Change, Chicago

So many questions, so much speculation, but given all measurable criteria, the need for change is obvious.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/29

Dave Toub. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Toub: ‘We Are Lucky To Have Lovie And Everybody Better Realize That’

Dave Toub understands the criticism the coaching staff is receiving, but he insists that Smith is the right man for the Bears.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/27

Lance Briggs dumps a cooler of water on Lovie Smith after the Bears beat the Packers at Lambeau Field in 2004.  (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Hoge: Bears’ Defense Playing For More Than Just Lovie In Detroit

If the Bears lose to the Lions Sunday in Detroit, it could be the end of an era. It could be the last time they play for head coach Lovie Smith.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/27

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