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The Bears have a report card they can be proud of.

The Bears improved to 7-9 and have won five of their last seven.

Unlike most quarterbacks who get drafted No. 1 overall, a prospective Bears’ pick would walk into a scenario where the defense is good, some pieces are in place offensively and the team is loaded with resources to keep upgrading.

Does a franchise that has had two head coaches, three offensive coordinators, three defensive coordinators and two presidents in the last three seasons need more change? Or has Eberflus proven his mettle by navigating the storm this year, even if it was partially one of his own making?

While Fields was recovering from his dislocated thumb, coach Matt Eberflus gave him a challenge. In true Eberflus form, it was wrapped in a clever gimmick.

You see a lot covering an NFL team for a decade, but the 2023 Bears have presented a unique level of chaos.

The Bears have the best rushing defense in the NFL. But they haven’t seen anyone like Robinson this season.

If the Bears are inclined to keep Eberflus, he can help his bosses make that case publicly with two convincing wins to close the season.

Getsy’s direct snap call was the latest example of a problem that, as much as any aspect of the Bears’ flawed offense, has contributed to their biggest losses of the season.