The Chicago Bears have made history by firing head coach Matt Eberflus with five games left in the regular season. This marks the first time in franchise history that the team has parted ways with a head coach during the season. Eberflus, who had a controversial tenure, finished with a record of 14-32, with his one-score game record being the worst in NFL history among coaches with at least 20 such games. The decision to fire Eberflus came after a string of losses, including a devastating defeat to the Detroit Lions, where the team missed out on a comeback win in the final seconds.
Following Eberflus’ firing, Thomas Brown was announced as the interim head coach. Brown had recently been elevated to the offensive coordinator position. The Bears’ president and CEO, Kevin Warren, supported the decision, emphasizing the importance of strong leadership for a championship-caliber team.
The Bears will now focus on progress in the remaining games, with rookie quarterback Caleb Williams showing promise under acting offensive coordinator Brown. The team faces matchups with the 49ers, Seahawks, Lions, Vikings, and Packers to close out the season. The future of general manager Ryan Poles remains unclear, as criticism mounts over the team’s struggles this season. The Bears aim to regroup under new leadership and finish the season strong.
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