Do The Bears Fire Matt Eberflus? #nfl #chicagobears

After the Denver game, players from the Broncos commented on how they could feel the momentum shift. Chicago was playing scared. It boosted their confidence as they came from behind. After Detroit sealed their comeback victory, Lions player echoed those sentiments, saying the Bears were playing not to lose.

On Thanksgiving, the Lions found themselves in an identical situation, trailing the Packers by two scores midway through the second half. Unlike the Bears' lack of confidence late in games, Green Bay has had success in the 4th quarter this season. The Packers coaches stayed aggressive and found a way to win.

Green Bay was prepared for Detroit. They forced the Lions to throw underneath coverages, then stymied them on every fourth down. Detroit failed to pick up a first down on fourth down several times in the second half until the Lions' last drive. By the time Detroit finally scored late in the 4th, they had run out of time.

Chicago's roster is young, and Matt Eberflus and Luke Getsy are only in their second year in such a position of authority. It has become painfully obvious they are coaching not to lose. Late in games, the defense is sticking to a personnel rotation when their best players should be on the field making plays.

These are all correctable mistakes that come with time and experience. Many fans and Bears beat writers simply do not believe this coaching staff will be allowed to continue with the team after the season is over