The Bears could benefit if a team hires Cunningham. Since 2021, the NFL has awarded compensatory draft picks to teams if a head coach or GM is hired from within their organization.

Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham is considered a top candidate for the Jaguars GM job, according to Adam Schefter.

Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham chats on the sidelines as players warm up before the Bears take on the Tennessee Titans at Soldier Field, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024. Ashlee Rezin ...

Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham chats with trainer Andre Tucker during rookie minicamp at Halas Hall, Saturday, May 11, 2024. Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times Share The Titans chose Chiefs ...