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Report: Fred Hoiberg tells Iowa State he's headed to the Bulls

The worst kept secret in Chicago appears to be a smooth landing away from becoming a reality.

According to ESPN's Jeff Goodman, Fred Hoiberg has already informed Iowa State that he will be accepting the head coaching job with the Bulls.

Fred Hoiberg now on a plane to Chicago and source told ESPN he has already informed several staff members and players he is gone to Bulls.

— Jeff Goodman (@GoodmanESPN) June 1, 2015

Hoiberg, who is rumored to have a five-year deal to become the 22nd head coach in Bulls franchise history, boarded a private plane from Ames bound for Chicago on Monday afternoon.