The Chicago Bears are set to bring on board Kerry Joseph as their new quarterbacks coach, a reliable source confirmed on Friday. This move follows Joseph’s three-year stint in Seattle, where he collaborated with the newly appointed offensive coordinator, Shane Waldron. During this period, Joseph served as the assistant receivers coach in the first year and subsequently transitioned to the role of assistant quarterbacks coach for the last two years.
In 2022, Joseph played a pivotal role in developing Geno Smith, who went on to receive the Comeback Player of the Year Award. Now, at the age of 50, Joseph is gearing up to lead the coaching efforts for quarterbacks at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama next week.
Looking ahead, Joseph’s expertise is expected to significantly contribute to the development of the Bears’ quarterback in the upcoming season. The coaching staff faces a decision between USC standout Caleb Williams and the current incumbent, Justin Fields. While Williams is widely regarded as the top choice, general manager Ryan Poles will spend the coming months evaluating both on and off the field before making a final decision. If Fields remains with the team, he will be adapting to his third new offensive system in just four NFL seasons.
A graduate of McNeese State, Joseph had a diverse playing career transitioning from quarterback in college to safety with the Seattle Seahawks. He later ventured into the CFL, earning accolades as the Most Outstanding Player in 2007 while leading the Saskatchewan Roughriders to victory in the Grey Cup. Joseph embarked on his coaching journey in 2014, took on the role of interim head coach at McNeese State in 2018, and joined the Seahawks as an offensive assistant in 2020.
While Waldron is finalizing his offensive coaching staff, head coach Matt Eberflus is still on the lookout for a defensive coordinator. Former Packers defensive coordinator Joe Barry is reportedly set to meet with the Bears, although the specific role, whether coordinator or position coach, remains uncertain. Barry’s defensive approach, characterized by a 3-4 scheme, differs from Eberflus’ preference for a 4-3 system. Barry has previously served as a linebackers coach at multiple NFL stops, adding to the potential dynamics of the Bears’ coaching staff.
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