Why The Bears Are Sticking With Matt Eberflus
After an embarrassing loss on national TV, nearly everyone—including analysts and fans—agreed the Bears should part ways with Matt Eberflus by Friday morning. However, Eberflus addressed the media at 9 a.m. via Zoom, stating that he had spoken with CEO Kevin Warren and GM Ryan Poles after the game. According to Eberflus, their discussion focused on game operations, not his job security. Matt Eberflus emphasized that his focus is on preparing for the upcoming game against San Francisco. He expressed confidence, stating, “I’ll be working on San Francisco and getting ready for that game.” He expects to remain the Bears head coach.
Eberflus also confirmed he has another meeting with Warren and Poles scheduled for later in the day. Despite the speculation, all indications suggest the Bears plan to keep Eberflus for the remainder of the season—unless Poles and Warren can convince George McCaskey that a coaching change is the only viable path forward. Here’s why that scenario is unlikely to happen.
It's time to have a conversation about Ryan Poles and Kevin Warren.
Even if George McCaskey was against it, you convince him firing Matt Eberflus is the only viable option.
For the sake of the locker room, the fans, and just simply being a normal NFL franchise. Embarrassing.
— Dave (@dave_bfr) November 29, 2024
Chicago Bears ownership are stuck in their ways.
The Bears’ decision-making reflects a losing mentality. Allowing Matt Eberflus to hold his usual press conference schedule, despite the team’s struggles, is embarrassing. However, under the leadership of George McCaskey, the Bears have never fired a head coach midseason. It simply hasn’t happened.
While Eberflus did mention an upcoming meeting with GM Ryan Poles Friday afternoon, which could theoretically seal his fate, let’s be realistic: a midseason firing remains highly unlikely. Poles may understand that it’s time to move on, but his hands appear tied—unless he’s just another hire aligned with the Bears’ conservative/outdated approach.
If history is any indicator, the Bears won’t make a change midseason, no matter how bad things get. Hopefully, this time will be different, but that’s hard to count on.
***UPDATE***
The Bears have fired Matt Eberflus, and I’m glad to admit I was wrong. Bear Down!