Eberflus Defends Controversial Timeout Decision Amid Criticism

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus faced criticism for not using a final timeout during the Bears' 23-20 loss to the Detroit Lions, a decision labeled as 'coaching malpractice' by NFL analyst JJ Watt. The Bears allowed over 30 seconds to run off the clock before a failed desperation pass by quarterback Caleb Williams, which did not reach the end zone. Eberflus explained the plan was to run a play with 18 seconds left, but it did not unfold as intended, overshadowing an otherwise strong performance by the team.