General manager Ryan Poles said the bears will "cast a wide net." At least 15 names have emerged for potential interviews.

The Chicago Bears are off and running in their search for a new head coach, and another candidate has entered the mix. The Bears sought permission to interview Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy and are awaiting Dallas' response to the request,

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones recently spoke about the future of head coach Mike McCarthy, stating that he was fine with McCarthy seeking interviews elsewhere. That elsewhere was revealed when the Chicago Bears formally requested to interview the Cowboys coach for their head coaching vacancy.

While Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy waits on his future in Dallas as his contract nears expiration, he could have another suitor in the Chicago Bears, according to multiple reports.

Tuesday’s decision from Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys may tell us the intention of the front office with Mike McCarthy.

Here is an in-depth look at Mike McCarthy, who could be an option for the Bears if he leaves the Dallas Cowboys.

If the Dallas Cowboys elect to move on from Mike McCarthy, he appears to still have potential interest from another NFL team.

The Chicago Bears are searching for a new head coach and have a number of candidates. One of their first candidates is Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport,