As the Chicago Bears push deeper into their wide-ranging search for a new coach, the NFL playoffs will continue this weekend with four compelling divisional-round games. There’s a lot to keep track of as Bears followers remain locked in on the developments of the coaching search while simultaneously monitoring the league’s postseason action.

The Chicago Bears coaching search started after Thanksgiving with the franchise evaluating NFL coaching candidates immediately after firing Matt Eberflus.

Of the eight teams remaining in the NFL playoffs, some quality players will soon be available in free agency. Here are four that should be of particular interest to Bears fans.

Mike Vrabel and the Patriots have reportedly conducted their first offensive coordinator interview. Read more on Boston.com.

The Patriots have interviewed a Chicago Bears coach for the offensive coordinator job, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the Patriots have already interviewed Chicago Bears offensive coordinator and interim head coach Thomas Brown for the offensive coordinato

Adam Schefter continues to downplay Ben Johnson to the Raiders and reiterates the Bears are still a strong contender.

The Chicago Bears appeared to be losing out on the bid to land Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their next head coach. The Las Vegas Raiders and minority owner Tom Brady have made bold pitches to land the 38-year-old offensive mind.