Patrick Mahomes didn’t mince words when asked about the Chicago Bears’ chaotic clock management fiasco. Ahead of the week 14 matchup, the Kansas City Chiefs QB has a suggestion for their divisional rivals, the Chargers.

Speaking on 96.5 The Fan’s “The Drive” show, Mahomes broke down the late-game meltdown. He said, “You’re going to have to have a plan. Are you going to call a timeout and try to run a play… and try to kick a field goal to tie the game? That’s something you work on throughout the training camp throughout the season.” He emphasized the importance of clear communication between quarterbacks and coaches, noting that they’ll also go through the game recordings. But why?

To learn from the instance, of course. Patrick Mahomes stopped short of criticizing the Bears directly. But these lessons are critical for rookie quarterbacks like Caleb Williams. While Showtime shared his situational football wisdom, the Chiefs were busy addressing their own challenges. The team’s offensive line has faced constant scrutiny for its failure. Mahomes has been sacked five times in each of the last two games. This has prompted the Chiefs to bring in reinforcements.

Former Pro Bowl left tackle D.J. Humphries, who could make his debut against the Chargers, joined in last week. HC Andy Reid, though, addressed the team’s struggles with optimism. “We’ve got young guys that we’re working in there. They’re going against good players, and the good ones have gotten the better of us. But it’s things these guys will learn from and they can bank for the future,” Reid said. 

If there’s one takeaway from the Bears’ Thanksgiving disaster, it’s that managing crucial moments can make or break a season. Mahomes’s Chiefs are keenly aware of this as they prepare for their next big matchup. But what happened down at the Bears camp after the clock management fallout?

The clock management fallout in Chicago Mahomes talked about

The Bears’ clock management blunder against the Lions wasn’t just a loss—it became a defining moment of their season. Trailing by three with 36 seconds left, the Bears failed to call a timeout as precious seconds ticked away. Head coach Matt Eberflus defended the decision, saying, “I like what we did there.” However, that statement didn’t age well.

Just days later, the Bears officially fired Eberflus, signaling a significant shift in the organization’s direction. This decision came after mounting pressure from fans and analysts alike, who viewed the mismanaged moments as emblematic of Eberflus’ tenure. The loss marked the Bears’ sixth consecutive defeat. And further cemented the need for a new leader to guide the team through its rebuild. And the fallout extended beyond the field.

Reports of a heated exchange between Eberflus and cornerback Jaylon Johnson hinted at deeper fractures within the locker room. “I’ve been losing for five years. I feel like a high-level player like myself, after a certain point, losing games how we’ve been losing games, somebody has to express something.” Johnson told WSCR radio on Monday.

For Caleb Williams, the situation is especially disheartening. Despite setting an NFL rookie record with 212 consecutive passes without an interception, things are not moving in the right direction for the young bloke. The frustration among fans and analysts is palpable, with many questioning if the Bears can harness Williams’ talent amid organizational turmoil.

Patrick Mahomes’s advice serves as a stark reminder of the gap between preparation and execution. For teams like the Bears, whose season is slipping away, the path to redemption starts with leadership—on and off the field. Meanwhile, Showtime and the Chiefs are focusing on leading by example, demonstrating that success in the NFL often comes down to mastering the minute details.