Caleb Williams (Photo via @dave_bfr X)
The Chicago Bears and Caleb Williams suffered their worst season loss on Thursday against the Detroit Lions, scoring 20-23.
At the end of the game, there was much controversy, as head coach Matt Eberflus refused to call a timeout to give the Bears a better chance of gaining just four more yards and making it into field goal range.
After the game, Williams was asked about the questionable clock management and gave the best response.
“In that situation, I’m living with the call and letting coaches make that decision. … Maybe in the later years of my career [he may call a timeout himself], right now I get the call and I’m trying to lead my team to a win,” Williams said, according to Courtney Cronin of ESPN.
His ability to own up and not throw his coach under the bus impressed many social media users.
“This dude continues to take all bullets for his team,” said one comment.
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“The kid has real leadership qualities,” said another.
“The kid has real leadership qualities,” another continued.
“Caleb is going to be absolute monster in this league. 🥷 battled and still taking blame,” a fourth added.
Caleb Williams Played Great Against The Lions
In no world should WIlliams be taking the blame for this loss.
He finished the game by completing 20 passes for 256 yards, three touchdowns, and zero interceptions. It was a very impressive day for the rookie.
VIDEO: Bears HC Matt Eberflus Had The Worst Response Imaginable When Asked About His Embarrassing Clock Mismanagement That Cost His Team A Chance At Beating The Lions On Thanksgiving
During the first game on Thanksgiving day, the Detroit Lions won a nail-biter against the Chicago Bears 23-20. The game would end in heartbreak for Chicago, and much of the blame has fallen on head coach Matt Eberflus.
With seven seconds left, the Bears ran a play from the 41yard line with a deep shot and just four yards away from field goal range. It would fall incomplete, the clock hit triple zeros, and the game ended.
However, the Bears still had one timeout left, so many wondered why Eberflus called for a deep shot instead of just trying to get a few yards, then calling a timeout and going for the tie.
After the game, he was asked about the situation and completely tip-toed around the situation.
“Like I said, disappointing for the players. They put a lot of work in that short week. Put themselves in a position to win that game,” he said as the main message in his response.
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Matt Eberflus Is Likely On His Way Out
This was just the latest in heartbreaking losses for the Bears, which might signal the end of Eberflus’s time in Chicago.
Of course, he’s been the head coach for 45 games with the team, and his record is 14-31. The Bears are currently 4-7 and have almost no chance of making the playoffs.
