Mark Helfrich’s ability to develop quarterbacks at the University of Oregon made him the ideal candidate to become Bears offensive coordinator under new head coach Matt Nagy.
The Bears are hoping that Helfrich can make the same impact on promising young quarterback Mitchell Trubisky as the coach did with Marcus Mariota and others at Oregon.
“It was a perfect fit,” Nagy said. “Not just the run game and the things that they do off of that, but just knowing how to develop quarterbacks and handle quarterbacks.
“It’s such an important position in this league and it’s a delicate position that has to be done the right way.