Brian Urlacher hoping to be comfortable around Bears organization again

Brian Urlacher and the Chicago Bears weren't on the best of terms following the eight-time Pro Bowler's retirement in 2013.

Now, with John Fox installed as head coach and former general manager Phil Emery gone, Urlacher believes the two sides can mend the relationship. 

"I just think he wants me to feel comfortable around there again," Urlacher told ESPN 1000's Waddle and Silvy Show. "When Phil was there I didn't feel all that comfortable being around there. I think that's what [Fox] meant. I haven't talked to him yet."

Urlacher had been upset with the way Emery handled contract negotiations prior to his retirement. 

"I have no problem with the franchise," Urlacher said. "I have a ton of respect for the McCaskeys, the coaches, everyone. I have no problem with that. The only problem I had was with Phil Emery for the way he treated me in the [contract] situation." 

Urlacher is excited for the Bears and believes hiring Fox was a great decision. 

"I think it's awesome," Urlacher said. "We usually get guys who are defensive coordinators. ... They never hire the big name guys. They've always been out there but they never seem to hire those guys. Fox fell in their lap. They got lucky that for whatever reason Fox and the Broncos parted ways. It was a great hire."