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.

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.

The Dallas Cowboys have reportedly denied the Chicago Bears permission to interview head coach Mike McCarthy despite no word on a contract extension for the veteran coach.

The Dallas Cowboys are running back with head coach Mike McCarthy in 2025. Did McCarthy really even have a choice to return?

The Bears have been studying potential coaching hires for two months. On Monday, they announced their interest in the Cowboys HC.

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

Chicago requested permission to interview Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy, but according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Cowboys have denied the Bears' request to interview him.

The Bears will have to wait to talk to Mike McCarthy — if they talk to him at all.

According to ESPN and other outlets, the Chicago Bears have some interest in Mike McCarthy as a candidate to become their next head coach. The Bears have reached out to the Dallas Cowboys for permission to interview McCarthy.

Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy appears to be one step closer to returning to his role in 2025. The Chicago Bears requested permission on Monday to interview McCarthy with his