Mike Martz Takes High Road

Mike Martz says he’s “just stunned” by criticism from his former boss in St. Louis, Charlie Armey, who’s unsolicited advice to the Bears is that Martz would be an “absolute mistake” to hire.

“He’s a terrible … coach, and he would ruin that kid like he ruined Kurt Warner and drove him out of St. Louis. He’s the worst thing that could happen to any young quarterback.”

for Bears offensive coordinator yet, but reportedly has not been ruled out. And he says he gets along with Kurt Warner just fine.

Bears are rushing to line up a number of candidates for assistant coaches.

-Perry Fewel interviews for Defensive Coordinator next week

…also drawing interest from NYG

…Fewel has coached on Lovie Smith’s staff’s in Chicago and St.Louis

…just let go as interim head coach in Buffalo

-Jeremy Bates is getting attention for Offensive Coordinator, along with others.

…Bates was Jay Cutler’s QB coach in Denver