It’s Bears vs. Packers time! And the stakes couldn’t be any higher! The Chicago Bears are desperate to shake off a brutal 10-game losing streak. Especially against their oldest rivals! Fans are more than nervous; they’re downright anxious for a win, hoping this is finally the moment they turn the tide. Can they pull off a miracle?
Matt Eberflus might as well be standing on melting ice because the pressure is insane! His record? That’s 14-29 since taking the helm in 2022, and that isn’t exactly impressive. Just the other day, NFL Insider Adam Schefter dropped a tweet that sent shockwaves through the Bears community about Chicago’s habit of firing coaches the year they draft a first-round QB. Remember the John Fox and Mitch Trubisky disaster? Or Matt Nagy with Justin Fields? So with Caleb Williams in the picture now, Eberflus knows he might be on the chopping block if he doesn’t turn things around. Speaking of Williams, his confidence has taken a hit lately. To say he’s been in a rough spot is an understatement.
Over the past decade, the Bears have gone on to fire their head coach in the same year they used a first-round pick on a quarterback. It happened in 2017, after they drafted Mitch Trubisky second overall and then fired John Fox after that season, again in 2021 after they drafted… pic.twitter.com/xJ0zGA6SPI
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 17, 2024
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Eberflus gets it! He knows that a loss to the Packers would not just be another tally in the loss column but a potential death knell for his coaching career. “We’re looking to change history,” he said. They’ve been watching Green Bay walk all over them for nearly a decade. Sitting at a staggering 3-19 record against the Packers since 2013. Ouch!
Excitement might finally be creeping in, though. After firing offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, the Bears brought in Thomas Brown to revive their game plan and create opportunities, especially for rookie QB Caleb Williams. Brown’s energy has shifted the vibe in the locker room, which is huge. Players are feeling invigorated; they’re hungry for a win, and you can sense it—there’s a different attitude this week as they prepare. As insider Kevin Fishbain noted, Brown’s mission is to “create advantageous spots” for Williams and simplify the complexities that have plagued their offense all season.
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Historical rivalry and player perspectives: Bears vs Packers
Let’s dig into this rivalry; it’s not just any matchup—it’s the matchup. The lore of Bears vs. Packers runs deep, but recently, it’s felt lopsided. Just listen to cornerback Jaylon Johnson, who didn’t hold back. “We’ve been getting our a– whooped for a long time now.” Talk about a truth bomb. He’s right; the frustration is palpable. Players and fans share this weight of history, and both sides know this game is about more than just the score.
The Bears want to flip the script. This game isn’t just critical for their record; it’s crucial for pride. After a decade of losses, winning suddenly turns from a “would be nice” to a “must have.” Eberflus realizes that—victory against the Packers would not only validate his job status but could also become a defining moment for this franchise. The players get that, too; they’re yearning for respect and an opportunity to rewrite their narrative.
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Enter Thomas Brown, the new offensive coordinator who’s spicing things up. Thanks to him, the locker room is electrified. It’s been a wild ride, and players can’t wait to channel that excitement on the field. Imagine what a win would do!
It’s all about momentum. A Bears win here? You’d see that spark ignite across the locker room and with the fans, sending shockwaves throughout Chicago. The players are aware of what’s at stake. The bitter taste of repeated losses to their rivals has fueled their hunger to win! With Brown needing to boost both the offense and Williams’ confidence, the pressure is high, but so is the potential reward.