When asked Thursday what he thought of Zimmer, Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio had this to say, “He’s done a great job.
“Mike’s been a coordinator in the league for a while. Finally got his opportunity, was qualified and capable, and Minnesota recognized that and didn’t worry about where he came from or what his playoff success had been; they just knew they were getting a good football coach.
“Ultimately that’s what you want in your head coach — a leader and a good football coach. Mike’s been that for a long time and been able to continue that as a head coach.