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Lovie Smith fired after nine seasons as Bears coach

By WEEK Reporter

Lovie Smith fired after nine seasons as Bears coach

December 31, 2012 Updated Jan 3, 2013 at 3:03 PM CDT

CHICAGO, Ill -- According to the Chicago Tribune, Bears Head Coach Lovie Smith has been fired after nine seasons.

The Bears started the 2012 season with a 7-1 record, but missed the playoffs after losing five of their last eight games.

This is the second season in a row that a late season collapse has cost the Bears a playoff spot.

The Bears organization has now started its search for a new coach.

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