As the Chicago Bears approach the end of the 2023 season and look towards the crucial 2024 offseason, a significant decision regarding the future of head coach Matt Eberflus has been reported. According to CBS Sports’ NFL analyst Jonathan Jones, the Bears are “trending toward keeping Matt Eberflus another year.” This decision comes at a time when the Bears are also contemplating their strategy with the No. 1 overall draft pick and the future of quarterback Justin Fields.
The decision to potentially retain Eberflus indicates a level of confidence in his leadership, despite the team’s performance during his tenure. The Bears’ direction under Eberflus has been a topic of discussion, especially considering the availability of other notable coaching candidates this offseason, such as Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and Michigan University head coach Jim Harbaugh.
If the Bears choose to trade Fields and draft a new quarterback, it raises questions about whether they would also consider bringing in a different head coach to lead a revamped staff. Another possibility is to overhaul the offensive staff while keeping Eberflus at the helm, whether for Fields or a new quarterback. Current offensive coordinator Luke Getsy has shown improvement this year, as evidenced by Fields’ improved stats, but the team’s overall progress has not met some expectations.
The situation revolving around Eberflus and Fields appears to be independent, creating an intriguing scenario for the Bears as they navigate their offseason decisions. The direction the Bears choose to take will have significant implications for their future strategy and success in the NFL.