Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Alan Williams submitted his resignation Wednesday afternoon, the team said.
In a statement Wednesday, Williams said his resignation is effective immediately, citing health reasons.
"It is with great regret that I tender my resignation as the Defensive Coordinator of the Chicago Bears Football Club effective immediately," the statement said. "I am taking a step back to take care of my health and my family. I appreciate the opportunity to work with the Chicago Bears, a storied NFL franchise with a rich history. The McCaskey family is first-class and second to none.
Williams, in his second season as Chicago's defensive coordinator, missed last week's game at Tampa Bay after working the opener against the Green Bay Packers. Eberflus, a former defensive coordinator with Indianapolis, called plays against the Buccaneers and plans to do so "at this time" when the Bears visit Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.
Eberflus said the Bears can get by without a defensive coordinator and doesn't see it becoming problematic because of the experience of his staff.The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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