For Matt Eberflus and Bears, the numbers didn’t work out. Who figures to replace him?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

For Matt Eberflus and Bears, the numbers didn’t work out. Who figures to replace him?

New York Times  

The numbers tell the story. Matt Eberflus’ three-season run as the Bears head coach, which was memorable for all the wrong reasons, ended Friday, a day after his final late-game blunder turned him into a national punchline. • 14-32: Overall record as head coach of the Bears • 2-13: NFC North record • 3-19: Road record • 5-19: Record in one-score games • 6: Current losing streak • 1: Number of times a Bears head coach has been fired in-season Any way you cut it, all the Bears did was lose in Eberflus’ three seasons as head coach. So it’s fitting that there was one final one for the Eberflus “era” in that he’s the first Bears coach to lose his job before the season ends. But knowing how the Bears work, they’ll hire whichever offensive coordinator does the worst coaching job in the wild-card games, and we’ll be right back here in a few years going through the cursed numbers and wondering how the next guy can fix the endemic issues that plague this haunted franchise.

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Matt Eberflus jumps right back in, turns back clock with Cowboys after losing Bears job
1 month ago

Matt Eberflus jumps right back in, turns back clock with Cowboys after losing Bears job

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — New Dallas defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus never really stopped to consider a year away from coaching after getting fired by the Chicago Bears. Because I do have the experience of being a head coach for him and to make his job easier.” Eberflus has four assistants from last season’s Chicago staff in defensive passing game coordinator Andre …

Ex-Bears coach Eberflus returns to Cowboys to run the defense; Sorensen takes over special teams
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ex-Bears coach Eberflus returns to Cowboys to run the defense; Sorensen takes over special teams

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — The Cowboys hired former Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus as defensive coordinator Tuesday for his second stint on the Dallas staff. The Cowboys also added Nick Sorensen as special teams coordinator to the staff of coach Brian Schottenheimer, who was hired last week to replace Mike McCarthy. He had spent the previous seven seasons as a linebackers …

Dallas Cowboys 'make decision on new defensive coordinator' after fans fumed at Jerry Jones' head coach hire
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dallas Cowboys 'make decision on new defensive coordinator' after fans fumed at Jerry Jones' head coach hire

Daily Mail  

The Dallas Cowboys are expected to name Matt Eberflus as their new defensive coordinator following an interview today, according to reports. Jerry Jones sparked fan fury when he decided on Brian Schottenheimer as the team's new head coach, and work is now underway to decide his assistants. According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, former Bears head coach Eberflus is going …

Bears hire Lions OC Ben Johnson as head coach
2 months ago

Bears hire Lions OC Ben Johnson as head coach

New York Times  

The Chicago Bears have hired Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their head coach, the team announced Tuesday, landing arguably the most highly coveted head-coaching candidate in the NFL as they aim to stop a four-year playoff drought. Chicago is turning to Johnson, one of the league’s fastest-rising offensive coaches, in hopes that pairing him with quarterback Caleb Williams …

Bears interview former Stanford coach David Shaw for their head coaching job
2 months ago

Bears interview former Stanford coach David Shaw for their head coaching job

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears interviewed former Stanford coach David Shaw for their head coaching job on Tuesday. The development of quarterback Caleb Williams will be the top priority for the next coach in the wake of the Bears’ fourth straight losing season. The list includes interim Bears coach Thomas Brown, former Carolina Panthers and Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera, Detroit Lions …

Mike McCarthy in, Mike Vrabel out: What’s next for Bears’ coaching search?
2 months ago

Mike McCarthy in, Mike Vrabel out: What’s next for Bears’ coaching search?

New York Times  

By the end of the day Monday, the Chicago Bears had announced nine completed interviews for head coach. The list so far: Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver, former Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka, Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, former …

The Bears turn attention to their coaching search after finishing 5-12
2 months, 1 week ago

The Bears turn attention to their coaching search after finishing 5-12

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams figured the reality that his rookie season is over would hit once his car was loaded and he was headed home. Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson figures to be at the top of the Bears’ wish list. Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury, former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel …

All eyes on GM Ryan Poles as the Bears’ search for their next head coach begins
2 months, 2 weeks ago

All eyes on GM Ryan Poles as the Bears’ search for their next head coach begins

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — In 2018, you had a feeling of where the Chicago Bears’ head-coaching search was headed under former general manager Ryan Pace. In chronological order, Pace’s interviews included Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator George Edwards, Vikings offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur, New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, Philadelphia Eagles quarterbacks coach John DeFilippo …

In search of the next Bears head coach, we visit the Vikings locker room
3 months ago

In search of the next Bears head coach, we visit the Vikings locker room

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Like a thirsty man wandering through a desert, I required an oasis. I would love Flo to be here.” “If Flo went to Chicago,” said Vikings linebacker and Eden Prairie, Minn., native Blake Cashman, “I don’t think us, as the Vikings, who would want to play against him.” “You know what,” Vikings cornerback Shaq Griffin said. It would …

The Bears look for an interim coach bump when they visit the struggling 49ers
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Bears look for an interim coach bump when they visit the struggling 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Once-promising seasons hit new lows for the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers last week. The two reeling teams will try to get back on track on Sunday when the Bears visit the 49ers in Chicago’s first game under interim coach Thomas Brown. “It’s just been a rocky mountain for real with the injuries and other …

Ryan Poles to remain Bears general manager and lead search for new head coach
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ryan Poles to remain Bears general manager and lead search for new head coach

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears will sell candidates for their head coaching job on the opportunity to develop Caleb Williams into the franchise quarterback they’re counting on him to become. Warren said Ryan Poles will remain the Bears general manager and serve as the “point person” in the search for a coach to replace the fired Matt Eberflus. …

Bears’ Kevin Warren: Head coach opening ‘will be the most coveted job’ in the NFL
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears’ Kevin Warren: Head coach opening ‘will be the most coveted job’ in the NFL

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears president/CEO Kevin Warren and general manager Ryan Poles met with the media Monday afternoon, 72 hours after the first in-season firing of a head coach in franchise history. Warren proclaimed the team’s head coaching vacancy as “the most coveted job in the National Football League this year.” After the traditional praise for Bears fans …

The Bears finally fired Matt Eberflus. But he lost the locker room long ago
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Bears finally fired Matt Eberflus. But he lost the locker room long ago

New York Times  

Another crushing, confounding loss for the Chicago Bears meant another postgame speech about “sticking together” from head coach Matt Eberflus in front of a frustrated, crowded locker room at Ford Field in Detroit. He’s been here longer than most.” Said another player: “He was going off more so at.” GO DEEPER Who could be the Bears' next head coach? “There …

Chicago Bears could find working with interim coach Thomas Brown different than with Matt Eberflus
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Chicago Bears could find working with interim coach Thomas Brown different than with Matt Eberflus

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Matt Eberflus’ firing by the Chicago Bears on Friday after the botched finish in a 23-20 loss to the Detroit Lions only slightly impacts the team’s most important goal this season. Offensive coordinator Thomas Brown has been key in Williams’ improvement and now Brown is the interim head coach besides being the play caller. “Me and …

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus after skid marked by poor decisions late in games
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus after skid marked by poor decisions late in games

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Matt Eberflus was fired by the Chicago Bears on Friday, one day after botching a timeout in a loss at Detroit. We extend our gratitude for his commitment to the Chicago Bears and wish him and his family the best moving forward.” Eberflus was 14-32 in two-plus seasons with the Bears, who fell to 4-8 with their sixth …

Matt Eberflus could be running out of time in Chicago after botching a timeout: Analysis
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Matt Eberflus could be running out of time in Chicago after botching a timeout: Analysis

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. ___ Matt Eberflus could be running out of time in Chicago after botching a timeout while a national audience watched on Thanksgiving. Eberflus should’ve used Chicago’s final timeout with 32 seconds left to give Williams and the offense an opportunity to reset after the sack. “Our hope …

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus as Chicago tumbles to last in the NFC North
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus as Chicago tumbles to last in the NFC North

LA Times  

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams talks with head coach Matt Eberflus during the team’s loss to the Lions in Detroit on Thursday. The Bears suffered another gut-wrenching loss in Week 11, losing to Green Bay at Soldier Field when Cairo Santos’ 46-yard field-goal attempt as time expired got blocked. The Bears drove into position for a tying field goal or winning …

Russini’s what I’m hearing: The day the Jets fell apart and the Broncos rallied, Belichick best fits
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Russini’s what I’m hearing: The day the Jets fell apart and the Broncos rallied, Belichick best fits

New York Times  

The New York football scene has turned into competing tragedies, with the Giants’ Daniel Jones saga going up against the Jets’ all-encompassing disaster. This is what I’m hearing from around the league this week: • What’s next for Aaron Rodgers and the Jets — and a former head coach the team should consider bringing back • No hard feelings for …

Uneasy energy around the Bears is very familiar and bad news for Matt Eberflus
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Uneasy energy around the Bears is very familiar and bad news for Matt Eberflus

New York Times  

The Chicago Bears fired head coach Matt Eberflus on Nov. 29. LAKE FOREST, Ill. — On Nov. 21, 2021, the Chicago Bears suffered one of their ugliest losses under former coach Matt Nagy against the Baltimore Ravens at Soldier Field. I think that everyone is competitive and wants to see the Bears win, and that’s exactly what we want.” Four …

Bears’ Eberflus takes responsibility after firing second offensive coordinator in 10 months
4 months, 1 week ago

Bears’ Eberflus takes responsibility after firing second offensive coordinator in 10 months

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Matt Eberflus insisted he takes responsibility for the Chicago Bears’ failures on offense. “I think we’ll do a good job of marrying everything up together, making everything look the same,” Williams said. “I don’t think anybody really asked for to be gone,” receiver DJ Moore said. I mean, it’s hard, but on to Thomas, and we …

Bears fire Shane Waldron: How much does it matter for Matt Eberflus, Caleb Williams?
4 months, 1 week ago

Bears fire Shane Waldron: How much does it matter for Matt Eberflus, Caleb Williams?

New York Times  

The Chicago Bears fired head coach Matt Eberflus on Nov. 29. When Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus stepped behind the lectern in Halas Hall’s media room on Monday, he was on defense. The Bears fired offensive offensive coordinator Shane Waldron on Tuesday morning and replaced him with Thomas Brown, the team’s passing game coordinator. The Packers are coming off their …

Bears fire OC Shane Waldron, Thomas Brown to call plays
4 months, 1 week ago

Bears fire OC Shane Waldron, Thomas Brown to call plays

New York Times  

By Kevin Fishbain, Adam Jahns and Amos Morale III The Chicago Bears have made a change at offensive coordinator. I would like to thank Shane for his efforts and wish him the best moving forward.” GO DEEPER Bears' Matt Eberflus evaluating offensive play caller change The Bears’ recent offensive struggles followed strong play from the unit leading up to the …

Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, coach Matt Eberflus says
Trending News
4 months, 1 week ago

Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, coach Matt Eberflus says

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron in the wake of another dismal outing, coach Matt Eberflus said Monday. “All those adjustments and changes and things that we’re gonna do — we’re still in the evaluation phase of that.” Eberflus vowed to make changes following a 19-3 face-plant against the New …

NFL Week 9 best and worst coaching decisions: Cardinals OC Drew Petzing outwits Bears
4 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL Week 9 best and worst coaching decisions: Cardinals OC Drew Petzing outwits Bears

New York Times  

Football is a results-oriented business, but sometimes making a sound decision doesn’t always equate to desirable results. We’ll break down the Eagles’ and Seahawks’ calls and the Cardinals’ game plan versus the Bears’ lack of one in this week’s best and worst coaching decisions. The Eagles were well in field goal range with the ball on the Jaguars’ 25-yard line. …

Pivotal NFL season on tap for coaches with Saints, Giants, Jets, Bears, Cowboys and Eagles
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Pivotal NFL season on tap for coaches with Saints, Giants, Jets, Bears, Cowboys and Eagles

Associated Press  

IRVINE, Calif. — Recent changes made by New Orleans Saints third-year coach Dennis Allen reflect the urgency surrounding his employment situation. “It’s not all going to be just the way it was,” said Allen, who’s gone 16-18, without a playoff bid, in two seasons since his predecessor and former boss, Sean Payton, left the club. “We have those conversations, but …

Bears retain Matt Eberflus, enter another QB-centric offseason: 10 takeaways
1 year, 2 months ago

Bears retain Matt Eberflus, enter another QB-centric offseason: 10 takeaways

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The nearly 65 hours of silence could be a result of the Kevin Warren Effect. “So, absolutely we could build something that would be magnificent downtown.” Will Justin Fields return as the Bears’ starting quarterback for the 2024 season? “I know it didn’t go the way Eddie wanted to, being dinged up a little bit there,” …

Bears to keep Eberflus as coach, fire offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, other assistants
1 year, 2 months ago

Bears to keep Eberflus as coach, fire offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, other assistants

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears answered their most immediate offseason question. General manager Ryan Poles said he was impressed with Eberflus’ “leadership through hard times.” “We had some adversity early in the season, in the middle of the season, his ability to stand strong and keep the team together was incredible,” Poles said. “I just feel here, with …

With top pick in the draft and big questions about franchise’s future, Bears are on the clock
1 year, 2 months ago

With top pick in the draft and big questions about franchise’s future, Bears are on the clock

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears are on the clock. “There’s games you could pinpoint where it’s like, ‘Dang, if this was a different outcome, you’re talking about an 11-win season right there,’” receiver DJ Moore said Monday after his exit interview with Poles and Eberflus. But really, when I look at that, I feel like I left a …

Who could Falcons target as next head coach? Bill Belichick, Eric Bieniemy, more candidates
1 year, 2 months ago

Who could Falcons target as next head coach? Bill Belichick, Eric Bieniemy, more candidates

New York Times  

For the sixth time since buying the Atlanta Falcons in 2002, Arthur Blank is in the market for a new head coach. Blank fired Arthur Smith on Monday after three years in which the former Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator went 21-30 and failed to put any juice into the Falcons offense. Brian Callahan, Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator The 39-year-old checks …

Examining NFL’s 3 coaching vacancies and 9 other teams facing decisions: Sando’s Pick Six
1 year, 3 months ago

Examining NFL’s 3 coaching vacancies and 9 other teams facing decisions: Sando’s Pick Six

New York Times  

Cover 7 | Monday A daily NFL destination that provides in-depth analysis of football’s biggest stories. While turning over football operations to Bill Belichick would go against the Chargers’ established ways, working out a deal with the Patriots could include New England paying much of the coach’s salary. “Pierce could get that job because there isn’t a lead guy you …

Jim Harbaugh to the Bears? If they move on from Matt Eberflus, it’s time for a big swing
1 year, 3 months ago

Jim Harbaugh to the Bears? If they move on from Matt Eberflus, it’s time for a big swing

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — As Michigan wrapped up its postgame celebration on the field at Lucas Oil Stadium after winning the Big Ten championship game against Iowa on Saturday night, Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt presented Jim Harbaugh with an opportunity to use his favorite catchphrase. “It makes me feel super great, and there’s no coach who could have it better than …

If Justin Fields plays well and wins for the Bears, could he save Matt Eberflus’ job?
1 year, 3 months ago

If Justin Fields plays well and wins for the Bears, could he save Matt Eberflus’ job?

New York Times  

Three years ago this month, the Chicago Bears needed quarterback Mitch Trubisky to start winning games to save jobs — and you knew that then-coach Matt Nagy didn’t exactly want him in there. But now it’s coach Matt Eberflus whose job might be truly saved if Fields continues to improve the rest of the season and the wins add up. …

Bears fire running backs coach David Walker, leaving Eberflus down 2 assistants
1 year, 4 months ago

Bears fire running backs coach David Walker, leaving Eberflus down 2 assistants

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears fired running backs coach David Walker on Wednesday, leaving coach Matt Eberflus down two assistants after defensive coordinator Alan Williams resigned in September and raising more questions about the team’s culture. He also would not say if he felt blindsided by Walker’s situation or the one involving Williams, who resigned Sept. 20, saying …

Bears mailbag: Matt Eberflus’ job security, potential trade candidates, plus Week 5 picks
1 year, 5 months ago

Bears mailbag: Matt Eberflus’ job security, potential trade candidates, plus Week 5 picks

New York Times  

The questions about firings piled up this week. He’s going to be the important voice, and as the new one, maybe the whole “the Bears have never fired a head coach in season” stat becomes irrelevant. GO DEEPER How the Bears — and Justin Fields — wasted Fields’ career day in latest confounding loss Do you think getting stuffed by …

Bears are ‘Eberflustered’ once again after another bad loss
1 year, 5 months ago

Bears are ‘Eberflustered’ once again after another bad loss

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Bears vs. We’ll see if we learn more about the Chase Claypool situation on Monday, but here was the exchange after the game with Bears head coach Matt Eberflus pic.twitter.com/1szdSjTyu5 — Kevin Fishbain October 1, 2023 After reporters returned to the press box, a media relations employee walked around to let us know the …

Mahomes pulled early in Chiefs’ rout of Bears: Where does Chicago turn after disastrous week?
1 year, 5 months ago

Mahomes pulled early in Chiefs’ rout of Bears: Where does Chicago turn after disastrous week?

New York Times  

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes got to leave work early Sunday after going 24-for-33 passing for 272 yards and three touchdowns in less than three quarters of his team’s 41-10 win versus the Chicago Bears. The Athletic’s instant analysis: Loss caps a bad week for the Bears Games like the Bears’ 41-10 loss to the Chiefs are ones that …

Eberflus leans on past experience with Bears mired in skid
2 years, 5 months ago

Eberflus leans on past experience with Bears mired in skid

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus remembered the transition going from Toledo to Missouri as an assistant under Gary Pinkel. “It really goes back acquiring players, and also coaching your butt off, just keep staying the course,” Eberflus said. Quarterback Justin Fields said he’s “tired of being just this close” following the loss to Washington. Eberflus said …

Bears begin new phase with Poles as GM, Eberflus as coach
2 years, 6 months ago

Bears begin new phase with Poles as GM, Eberflus as coach

Associated Press  

CHICAGO BEARS New faces: GM Ryan Poles, coach Matt Eberflus, LB Joe Thomas, CB Kyler Gordon, S Jaquan Brisker, WR Velus Jones Jr., DE Al-Quadin Muhammad, DL Justin Jones, KR/PR Byron Pringle, QB Trevor Siemian, TE Ryan Griffin, LB Matthew Adams, CB Tavon Young, FB Khari Blasingame, LB Nicholas Morrow, C Lucas Patrick, TE James O’Shaughnessy, DB Dane Cruikshank, WR …

Chicago Bears hire Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator
3 years, 1 month ago

Chicago Bears hire Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears hired Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator on Sunday, raiding the staff of rival Green Bay to find the assistant they feel is best suited to install a successful scheme for Justin Fields. Since Getsy moved into his previous role at the start of the 2020 season, Rodgers has 24 games with multiple touchdown …

Chargers coach candidates: Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley
4 years, 2 months ago

Chargers coach candidates: Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley

LA Times  

As the Chargers search for a new head coach to replace Anthony Lynn, the Los Angeles Times will examine candidates the team plans to interview. This is the seventh in a series of appraisals of the contenders, along with thoughts from NFL writer Sam Farmer: Brandon Staley Current job: Defensive coordinator Rams Age: 38 Credentials: Overseeing the NFL’s top defense, …

Column: Packers’ Matt LaFleur has found most success among new NFL head coaches
5 years, 4 months ago

Column: Packers’ Matt LaFleur has found most success among new NFL head coaches

LA Times  

This tongue-in-cheek observation made the rounds during the football offseason: If you have ever shaken the hand of the Rams’ Sean McVay, you’re undeniably qualified to be an NFL head coach. He’s the first coach in franchise history to win seven of his first eight games — and the first in the league to do so since Jim Harbaugh with …

Odom names defensive coordinator; ‘indifferent’ on loss of O-line coach
7 years, 3 months ago

Odom names defensive coordinator; ‘indifferent’ on loss of O-line coach

Associated Press  

• It was one step forward, one step back Friday for Barry Odom’s Missouri coaching staff. “He’s going to do an outstanding job,” Odom said of Walters, who coached with Odom at Memphis then followed him to Mizzou in 2015. On Friday, Odom learned that offensive line coach Glen Elarbee had decided to leave for a spot on Heupel’s staff. …

Rams finalize coaching staff with OC Matt LaFleur, 17 others
8 years, 1 month ago

Rams finalize coaching staff with OC Matt LaFleur, 17 others

Associated Press  

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — The Los Angeles Rams finalized new head coach Sean McVay’s coaching staff of 18 assistants Wednesday, including offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur. Their unique insight to the game will collectively make this team better.” LaFleur joins the Rams from the Atlanta Falcons, where he was the defending NFC champions’ quarterbacks coach for the past two years. Greg …

Rams’ decision to fire Jeff Fisher was ‘solely a performance-related issue’
8 years, 3 months ago

Rams’ decision to fire Jeff Fisher was ‘solely a performance-related issue’

LA Times  

John Fassel discusses taking over as interim head coach for the Rams following the firing of Jeff Fisher. The Rams, mired in another losing season, fired Coach Jeff Fisher on Monday with three games remaining in the season, the team announced. “Making a decision such as this — especially during the season — is one of the most difficult in …

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