"Way overdue": Bears fans rejoice as HC Matt Eberflus gets fired post-Lions loss

The Chicago Bears' Thanksgiving nightmare against the Detroit Lions became the final nail in Matt Eberflus' coaching tenure. After a disastrous performance that saw the Bears lose 23-20 in a game marred by critical coaching errors, fans celebrated Eberflus' firing Friday morning.

The game exposed Eberflus' mismanagement. With 36 seconds left and trailing by three points, he failed to use the team's final timeout. This blunder prevented the Bears from properly organizing the end of their final drive. Quarterback Caleb Williams was left in the wind, ultimately throwing an incomplete pass as time expired.

Fans had been vocal about their frustration long before the firing. Eberflus' overall coaching record of 14-32 painted a picture of consistent underperformance.

Fans' reactions captured the overwhelming sentiment of relief and frustration.

"Way overdue. Dude is a dipshit."

Another viewed the firing as necessary accountability.

"They had to do it to restore some accountability to the organization. The right move."

Another fan captured the moment's humor.

"The Bears cleaning house like it's Black Friday—Eberflus is officially off the shelf."

One fan echoed a widespread sentiment.

"They shoulda right after the game."

Another sarcastically quipped:

"At least he'll take that timeout with him!"

One summed up the season's frustration.

"About time. Outcoached, outplayed and so much more this season. BRING BACK DA BEARS"

The Bears are likely to miss the playoffs for the fifth straight year. The Thanksgiving game showed Eberflus' coaching struggles. The Bears were dominated in the first half with just 53 total yards compared to Detroit's 279. Even though they mounted a comeback, the damage from the slow start was already done.

Caleb Williams and an uncertain future after Matt Eberflus' firing

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The firing comes at a critical moment for the Bears. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams showed flashes of potential, particularly in the second half against the Lions. He rallied the team, throwing a 31-yard touchdown to DJ Moore and nearly forcing overtime.

The Bears now sit at 4-8, bottom of the NFC North. With Eberflus gone, the franchise enters a key moment of the rebuilding phase. Williams represents hope, but the team needs strong leadership to develop him and restore a competitive edge.