While the obvious connection between DeFilippo and the Bears comes with him interviewing for the Bears head coaching job in 2018, there’s also an Andy Reid connection. Of course.

DeFilippo has an extensive resume in the NFL, including stops as quarterback coach with the Raiders, Jets and Browns. But his stock rose during his time as Eagles quarterbacks coach (2016-17), where he coached quarterback Carson Wentz in his MVP-caliber season before his season-ending knee injury.

DeFilippo worked under head coach Doug Pederson, who was the Chiefs offensive coordinator with Reid before getting a head coaching opportunity.

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