Column: The Chicago Bears’ meticulous search for a GM and head coach hasn’t put them behind the rest of the NFL. But time — and wins and losses — will be the judge of their process.

The future of Bears assistant coaches is to be determined. Defensive coordinator Sean Desai met with the Seattle Seahawks, who are seeking to hire a defensive coordinator, on Thursday. Former Bears assistant Clint Hurtt, the defensive line coach in Seattle, is also believed to be a candidate for that position.