Bears vs Patriots: Everything we know following Week 10 embarrassment

The Chicago Bears (4-5) returned home to Soldier Field on Sunday as they welcomed the New England Patriots (3-7) and looking to end their two-game losing streak. Over the last two weeks during the losses, there has been more conversation surrounding the dysfunction of the team and the potential job security of head coach Matt Eberflus.

Another game, another disappointing first half for the Chicago offense, which once again failed to score any points in the first quarter. Not only did the offense fail to produce any points until a late field goal in the second quarter, they also threw away two major opportunities, with a T.J. Edwards interception, and a 38-yard punt return by DeAndre Carter, both saw no points scored.

The Patriots would take a late lead in the first half with a touchdown pass from Drake Maye, who looked more of the part than his fellow draft mate Caleb Williams. The anxiety and anger brought to everyone by the Bears offense continued the entire first half, boo birds were out in bunches, and there felt to be no optimism moving forward.

If the first half was any indication of where the Bears are headed, the trash can was full by the end of the game. The Bears allowed nine total sacks to the Patriots, and had back-to-back games without a touchdown. The offense has become a laughing stock in the last three weeks, and there's no optimism moving forward.

Not much more needs to be said, Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye, with first-year head coach Jerod Mayo, seemed like seasoned veterans against the Bears, and outplayed the top pick, Caleb Williams. This season doesn't just seem to be going down the drain, it feels like the same old story through the history of time when it comes to the Bears and their inability to develop a top drafted quarterback.

Final score: Patriots 19, Bears 3

Keys to the game

Atrocious offensive line: Yes, there were five injuries on the offensive line, including Tevin Jenkins who got hurt in the game, but allowing nine sacks feels like amateur hour. Not since Justin Fields made his debut against the Cleveland Browns have the Bears allowed a quarterback to get destroyed the way Caleb Williams did against the Patriots. Ryan Poles was praised for the work he did in Kansas City and rebuilding their offensive line, but that has yet to be seen in Chicago. Injuries certainly play a part in it, but not having any reliable depth, or any sort of formidable talent at that position has Bears fans remembering that their franchise can't develop a young quarterback.

No offensive identity: After coming into the season with plenty of hype and praise about the offense they've built, this team's offense has become a laughing stock. The excitement that came with the hiring of Shane Waldron and the job he did in Seattle, has many wonder if he left his play-calling ability in Seattle. Scoring just 10 points in the first quarter through the first nine games, this team has plenty of weapons but no ammunition in them thanks to the coaching staff, the lack of execution by the offense, and an overall embarrassment of who this team currently is.

Inability to coach: There shouldn't be much more to add here. The offensive line gave up nine sacks, the defense allowed a 2-7 Patriots team to put up 19 points on them, and the coaching staff appeared inept the entire time. Hearing your home crowd chant for the coach to be fired, with an organization as proud as the Bears, should be beyond concerning for upper management and ownership. Nothing changed throughout the disastrous showing of the game, and historically, nothing will change in the middle of the season. The Bears don't make decisions to change their coaching staff during the season, so for fans and those who had hopes this team would be fun to watch, the pit falls are just beginning.

It was over when....

Any time the Bears offense took the field. It really was that simple against the Patriots, as the offense provided nothing to be excited for even with the defense and special teams providing them great opportunities. The offense has been a joke over the last three games, which has gone hand-in-hand with a three-game losing streak.

4 duds of the game

Matt Eberflus: Not much needs to be said here. He looked lost, the offense and defense did not sho up, and no adjustments were made throughout the game. Worse than his in-game performance was the post-game press conference where Eberflus looked lost and like a coach full of doubt. He said the team would look at everything when it comes to play-calling, but this is a decision that felt like it should've been a decision made a week or two ago.

Shane Waldron: Lame duck coordinator? Waldron has been an absolute joke since coming to Chicago and if anyone was worried about job security, he should be looking over his shoulder. As mentioned throughout the season, the team can not get off to a good start, having only 10 points scored in the first quarter through the team's first nine games of the season.

Caleb Williams: Missed throws, no time in the pocket, and no rhythm whatsoever, Caleb Williams looked atrocious in this game. Feeling like you're on an island because of the play-calling and coaching staff is one thing, being outplayed by Drake Maye and the lack of Patriots offensive weapons, is a total embarrassment. There is no hope for Williams with this current regime, and the Bears' history of inability to develop quarterbacks has risen to the spotlight once again.

Offensive line: Coaching, management, and talent have all doomed this unit in the 2024 season. There was little to no emphasis on improving this unit in the off-season, at the trade deadline, and since then the Bears have gotten what they paid for. Again, injuries play a part, but injuries happen throughout the NFL and this team had no sense of urgency to address a weak point on their roster, and the Patriots took advntage.

What's next

The Green Bay Packers and potentially even more embarrassment for this franchise. If they don't address any changes to the coaching staff, the Bears are setup for a showdown with their bitter rivals in a game that will only be meaningful for one of the teams, Green Bay. Having a disappointing season is one thing, but being embarrassed by the Packers at Solder Field? That should have the entire front office flipped, a thought that is only a reality for those who feel a sense of urgency to turn the Bears around for the better.

This article originally appeared on Bears Wire: Bears vs Patriots: Everything we know following Week 10 embarrassment