Matt Eberflus Fired by the Chicago Bears: Timeline

Sources reviewed September 22, 2026 · For Caleb editorial

The Bears’ November 29, 2024 dismissal of Matt Eberflus, the interim coaching change and its place in Caleb Williams fan discussion.

What Chicago announced

On November 29, 2024, the Bears removed Matt Eberflus as head coach and elevated Thomas Brown to interim head coach. This was a dismissal, not an offseason move to another employer.

Source: Chicago Bears: official November 29 announcement

Why the distinction matters

The Bears head coach was responsible for the whole team. That role differs from his later defensive-coordinator position in Dallas and his current assistant role in San Francisco. Evaluating each job requires keeping its responsibilities and dates separate.

Fan perspective: accountability around QB1

Our standard for Chicago is a coaching environment that gives its quarterback a clear plan and a chance to grow. Calling for accountability should lead to better decisions, not make the quarterback the outlet for every frustration.

The Bears announcement documents the leadership change. It does not establish a link between that decision and Caleb’s later injury.

What came afterward

Follow the Dallas chapter, his current 49ers role, or return to Caleb Williams fan coverage.