Matt Eberflus has been fired as head coach of the Chicago Bears following a disappointing 23-20 loss to the Detroit Lions, marking the team's sixth consecutive defeat. Eberflus' tenure ended with a 14-32 record, including a troubling 5-19 in one-score games, the worst in NFL history for coaches with at least 20 such games.
The Bears' struggles were compounded by questionable coaching decisions, particularly in critical game situations. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams showed promise, throwing three touchdown passes in a recent game, but the team's inability to close out games ultimately sealed Eberflus' fate.
As the Bears now look for a new head coach, the focus will likely shift towards finding someone who can effectively develop Williams into a franchise quarterback. The organization faces key questions regarding the future direction of the team and the draft strategy for 2025.
