Since the playoff loss, the team’s needs have been recited item by item. Losing the defense’s mastermind would create the greatest need of all.

The Chicago Bears officially completed an interview with Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores for their head coach vacancy, the team announced on Saturday. Flores has been one of the hottest names on the market as multiple teams look to find their next head coach.

Will he stay or will he go? Flores potentially getting a head-coaching job could change the trajectory of Minnesota's future on defense.

The New York Jets interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores and quarterbacks coach Josh McCown and Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley for their head coach vacancy.

The Chicago Bears have completed an interview with Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores. The Bears are completing all first-round interviews virtually as they look for the best fit for former USC Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams.

The Jaguars interviewed one of the league's best defensive minds as a part of their extensive head coaching search.

Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell has done a terrific job this season. But his future in Minnesota seems far more certain than that of defensive coordinator Brian Flores.

The Bears announced they have completed a head coach interview with Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores.

The Chicago Bears have interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores for their head coaching job