The arrival of rookie quarterback Caleb Williams has raised expectations in Chicago, and expectations are particularly high for head coach Matt Eberflus.
Eberflus is the betting favorite to be named NFL Coach of the Year for the 2024 season. His odds of winning the award are +900 at DraftKings.com.
During two seasons as the Bears’ head coach, Eberflus has a record of just 10-24, but the third year presents him with a great opportunity to prove that he is building a team that is ready for a young, talented quarterback to step in and make an impact. immediate. If Eberflus leads the Bears to the playoffs in year three, the Coach of the Year award could be his.
If Eberflus doesn’t lead the Bears to the playoffs in year three, he probably won’t make it in year four.
Next up in the Coach of the Year odds are Jets coach Robert Saleh and Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh, both at +1100. Packers coach Matt LaFleur’s odds are +1200, while Falcons coach Raheem Morris and Texans coach Demeco Ryans are both at +1300. Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon and Lions coach Dan Campbell are next at +1500.
