The Chicago Bears have a coach named Matt Eberflus. If his team doesn’t start playing better soon, the Bears might decide to get a new coach. They want their team to win more games.
Eberflus got another chance after last season, even with Caleb Williams, a top pick.
Williams was supposed to shine under Eberflus, but things didn’t go as planned. Some players even thought Williams should be replaced by Tyson Bagent. This decision shows how tough things have been for the Bears. Instead of helping Williams grow into a star player, the team seems to be holding him back. It’s like they’re being too hard on him when they should be helping him improve.
The Lions, who are favorites to win, could influence the Bears’ decision about Eberflus. A big loss on Thanksgiving might push the Bears to reconsider their coaching situation.
Dan Graziano from ESPN mentioned that firing Eberflus is still a question mark. Fans aren’t thrilled about this uncertainty. A significant defeat during a holiday game could make the Bears’ leadership think twice.
Chicago has its eyes on Ben Johnson, the Lions’ offensive coordinator, as a possible replacement. Johnson’s skills could help Williams become the player the Bears believe he can be. He’s done wonders for Jared Goff in Detroit, which led to Goff getting a big contract extension.
Thursday’s game is crucial for the Bears and could determine Eberflus’s future.