Alan Williams resigned as the defensive coordinator of the Chicago Bears, the team announced Wednesday.
In a statement, Williams said he’s stepping back “to take care of my health and family.” Although, there have been multiple reports — including from Brad Biggs and Albert Breer — that indicate Williams’ resignation might not be health related at all.
For now, all we know is Williams no longer is the Bears’ defensive coordinator and his statement indicates it’s due to health and family issues.
Williams did not travel with the Bears to Tampa last week due to personal reasons. Head coach Matt Eberflus called defensive plays in his absence. Earlier on Wednesday, Eberflus remained mum on details of Williams’ absence and whether he would return. Now, we know.
With everything happening at Halas Hall on Wednesday — Justin Fields taking a shot at coaches, then clarifying his comments, Braxton Jones landing on injured reserve, Nathan Peterman being released and Williams’ resignation — NFL fans had plenty to say about the Bears.