GREEN BAY, Wis. — When the clock at Lambeau Field expired Sunday night, the Bears’ clock began — for the NFL draft, where they have the No. 1 pick, but, more pressing, for the future of coach Matt Eberflus and his staff.
Eberflus offered neither a compelling closing argument nor a damning final gaffe in the 17-9 loss to the Packers. His defense, which has been the 7-10 Bears’ strength all year, held the Packers to two touchdowns and a field goal — but his offense managed just nine against a team that allowed 30 to the Panthers just two weeks earlier. The Bears weren’t blown out — though they were clearly outplayed — nor did they blow a late lead in the manner that so disturbed Halas Hall earlier this year.
