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The final moments of the Thanksgiving game against the Lions served as a microcosm of the Bears’ struggles this season. With the game hanging in the balance, the Bears squandered the opportunity to tie the game, failing to call a critical timeout when needed. This mismanagement not only puzzled fans but was pointed out by players and coaches alike, highlighting a pervasive lack of urgency and confusion on the field. As the Bears allowed the Lions to break a decade-long losing streak on Thanksgiving, it became evident that Eberflus had lost the team's trust.
A Losing Culture Under Eberflus