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Matt Eberflus: Changes coming to Bears offense

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One day after a 19-3 loss to the Patriots dropped the Bears to 4-5, coach Matt Eberflus told reporters that there will be changes involving the team's offense.

"There will be changes, adjustments being made," Eberflus said. "I'm not going to disclose those right now. I'm not at that point in the process. Monday is a long day in terms of the evaluation of everything, in terms of lineups, in terms of the coaching, in terms of how we need to do better in that coaching and in that communication during the game, after the game, prior to the game.

"So it's important that we take time to make those decisions and make the right decisions that's best for the Bears going forward this week and going forward into the future. That's the most important thing that we do, that we have some steadiness here but also make the necessary adjustments and changes that we need to make."

After scoring five touchdowns in back-to-back games for the first time since 1956, the Bears have generated just two TDs in their last three games. Their next chance to rebound comes Sunday when they host the rival Packers at Soldier Field.

"There's got to be a change and adjustment to what we're doing because we've lost three in a row," Eberflus said. "But there's also the sight of we're 4-5, haven't played our division yet and we're in the process of starting that this week in a big football game. Just in the process of getting that done."

Asked what changes he's considering, Eberflus said: "Just in-game communication. In terms of that, it's got to be better. The tactical adjustments, need to be better with that on all sides. Everything's on the table. And it's important that we look at everything and we take the time to get that done."

Eberflus said he wasn't prepared to finalize the changes less than 24 hours after the game but acknowledged the process would be "fairly quick."

The Bears coach did reveal that one change he is not considering is benching quarterback Caleb Williams, saying: "No, Caleb is our starter."

The Bears offense is looking to get back on track after not scoring a touchdown on 23 possessions in back-to-back losses to the Cardinals and Patriots.

"I talked to the group today about that," Eberflus said. "It's everybody. It's about being on the same play and making sure we're executing that play and making sure when we get into the scoring zone that we are executing at a higher level. And it still comes down to making plays in those moments and doing a good job of never taking a negative play when you're in the scoring zone."

While he will consult with general manager Ryan Poles and others throughout the building, Eberflus said that the decision to make changes ultimately will be his alone.

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