Bears defensive coordinator Alan Williams resigns to focus on 'my health and my family'

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Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Alan Williams resigned from his position on Wednesday.

This move, effective immediately, came with a statement from Williams, who has served as the team's defensive coordinator since last season. 

"I am taking a step back to take care of my health and my family," Williams wrote in the statement, according to multiple reports. "I appreciate the opportunity to work with the Chicago Bears, a storied NFL franchise with a rich history The McCasky family is first-class and second to none. I would also like to thank Coach Matt Eberflus and General Manager Ryan Poles for giving me the opportunity to come to Chicago. I would also like to thank President Kevin Warren, the coaches and players of which I value the relationships and camaraderie. 

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Defensive coordinator Alan Williams of the Chicago Bears looks on prior to a preseason game against the Buffalo Bills at Soldier Field on August 26, 2023, in Chicago, Illinois. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

"I value the NFL shield and all that it stands for and after taking some time to address my health, I plan to come back and coach again."

There was a report that said authorities had raided Halas Hall, the Bears' facility, in connection with Williams. However, a Bears spokesperson told Fox News Digital the reports were false. 

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Williams missed the Bears’ Week 2 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for personal reasons after being on the sidelines for the first game of the season against the Green Bay Packers. 

Eberflus was a former defensive