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Source: Bears hire Eric Washington as defensive coordinator

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CHICAGO - The Chicago Bears hired Eric Washington as their defensive coordinator, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Washington, 54, fills the vacancy that was created by Alan Williams' resignation ahead of Week 2 last season. Bears coach Matt Eberflus took over defensive play calling duties and is expected to continue calling Chicago's defense in 2024.

Washington has spent 20 seasons as an NFL coach, including the last four with Buffalo. He comes to Chicago after serving as the Bills' assistant head coach and defensive line coach during the 2023 season. Buffalo's defense allowed the fourth fewest points (18.