The Bears traditionally pride themselves on stopping the run, but no more than Matt Eberflus does.
Run defense was the hallmark of Eberflus’ defenses with the Colts. In his four seasons as defensive coordinator from 2018-21, the Colts ranked eighth, seventh, second and 10th in run defense. In 2020, the 3-0 Bears were averaging 138 rushing yards per game until they ran into Eberflus’ stone wall — just 28 yards on 16 carries (1.8 avg.) in a 19-11 loss at Soldier Field.
