Chicago Bears fire coach Matt Ebeflus a day after disastrous Thanksgiving Day game
The Chicago Bears fired coach Matt Eberflus on Friday, less than 24 hours after a series of mental lapses unfolded in the chaotic, final 30 seconds of his team’s Thanksgiving Day loss at Detroit.
The Chicago Bears fired coach Matt Eberflus on Friday, less than 24 hours after a series of mental lapses unfolded in the chaotic, final 30 seconds of his team’s Thanksgiving Day loss at Detroit.
Eberflus’ sacking followed a meeting with Bears Chairman George McCaskey and team President Kevin Warren, according to General Manager Ryan Poles.
“This morning, after meeting with George and Kevin, we informed Matt of our decision to move in a different direction with the leadership of our football team and the head coaching position,” Poles said in a statement.
The storied, century-old franchise, which has won a Super Bowl and eight pre-Super Bowl titles, had never fired a coach in season until Friday.
“I thank Matt for his hard work, professionalism and dedication to our organization," Poles added. "We extend our gratitude for his commitment to the Chicago Bears and wish him and his family the best moving forward.”
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