Chicago Bears Fire Matt Eberflus, Name Thomas Brown Interim Head Coach

Matt Eberflus (L) and Thomas Brown (R) (Photo Credit Chicago Bears). The Chicago Bears have indeed fired head coach Matt Eberflus. This is the first time in franchise history that the Bears have fired a head coach in the season. Offensive coordinator Thomas Brown has been tabbed to replace Eberflus, who was in his third year with the team.& “This morning, after meeting with [chairman] George [H. McCaskey] and [President and CEO] Kevin [Warren], we informed Matt of our decision to move in a different direction with the leadership of our football team and the head-coaching position,” said Bears general manager Ryan Poles. “I thank Matt for his hard work, professionalism and dedication to our organization. We extend our gratitude for his commitment to the Chicago Bears and wish him and his family the best moving forward.” Added Warren, “I support Ryan and the decision that was made this morning. We understand how imperative the head-coaching role is for building and maintaining a championship-caliber team, leading our players and our organization,” said Warren. “Our fans have stood by us and persevered through every challenge, and they deserve better results. Our organizational and operational structure is strong, focused, aligned and energized...