"With multiple teams in search of a defensive coordinator, Bears defensive backs coach/pass game coordinator Al Harris has become a popular candidate. He'll interview for the Titans' defensive coordinator opening on Saturday, Josina Anderson of The Exhibit reports. The 51-year-old previously met with the Packers and Commanders. Harris, who enjoyed a long and productive playing career as a cornerback from 1997-2011, went into coaching as an intern with the Dolphins in 2012. The two-time Pro Bowler has gradually climbed up the ranks since then."
"The Bears' pass defense ranked an underwhelming 22nd in 2025, but they had to navigate most of the season without two of their best cornerbacks, Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon. Although Johnson and Gordon combined to miss 24 games, the Bears racked up an NFL-best 23 interceptions during an NFC North-winning campaign. Safety Kevin Byard earned a Pro Bowl nod, while corner Nahshon Wright unexpectedly forced seven turnovers (five INTs, two fumbles)."
Al Harris will interview for the Tennessee Titans' defensive coordinator opening on Saturday after previously meeting with the Packers and Commanders. The 51-year-old former cornerback played from 1997-2011 and began coaching as a Dolphins intern in 2012, progressing through roles with Kansas City, Dallas and Chicago while learning from coordinators Bob Sutton, Mike Zimmer, Dan Quinn and Dennis Allen. The Bears finished 22nd in pass defense in 2025 but recorded an NFL-best 23 interceptions despite missing Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon for 24 combined games. Tennessee generated only 14 takeaways and ranked near the bottom in yards and points allowed. Titans head coach Robert Saleh fired Dennard Wilson and will also consider Cowboys defensive line coach Aaron Whitecotton.
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