The Matt Eberflus period is over in Chicago — the Bears simply fired the man in his third 12 months with the crew … marking the primary in-season head teaching transfer in franchise historical past.
The information broke on Friday … lower than 24 hours after the Bears’ sixth-straight loss by the hands of the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day — a outcome that was met with heavy criticism.
With the ball and down 23-20 within the ultimate minute of the sport, Eberflus elected to not use a timeout to cease the clock … and Chicago’s late push got here up brief.
“I am assured that I will be working onto San Francisco and preparing for that recreation.”
Matt Ebeflus on his job safety. pic.twitter.com/gLAVg1abBU
— Marquee Bears (@BearsMarquee) November 29, 2024
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Hours earlier than studies of his termination, Eberflus appeared assured he’d be again on the sidelines in opposition to the San Francisco 49ers subsequent weekend … however that wasn’t the case.
Eberflus went 14-32 in two-plus seasons with Chicago — and 4-8 in 2024 — however struggled closely in close-scoring video games.
Bears offensive coordinator Thomas Brown will take over for the remainder of the season.
Whoever will get the full-time gig may have the chance to work with 2024 No. 1 decide Caleb Williams and a gifted offense … so regardless of the group’s latest struggles, the longer term could possibly be vibrant with the precise particular person on the helm.