The Chicago Bears secured a decisive victory over the Atlanta Falcons with a final score of 37-17, showcasing a three-phase domination. This game marked the Falcons' largest loss of the season, contrasting sharply with their previous game which had been their largest margin of victory under head coach Arthur Smith. The loss has sparked discussions about Smith's future with the team, considering this is his first three years as head coach. The defeat could be seen as part of a late-season collapse, a scenario previously suggested as a potential reason for his firing. Speculation is also rising around whether making the playoffs is now a must for Smith to maintain his position. Despite the setbacks, some commentators argue that Smith deserves more time, particularly with an improved quarterback to lead the team.
What more did the Falcons really expect from Arthur Smith’s first three years? @ConorOrr says the coach has earned a chance to stick around with a better quarterback https://t.co/3SEtZAXokK
Bradley’s Buzz: For the #Falcons’ Arthur Smith, is it now playoffs-or-bust? — @MarkBradleyAJC https://t.co/jgDOJU97M8
MOVING GOALPOST? #Falcons Firing Arthur Smith 'If Late-Season Collapse' Still Measuring Stick? https://t.co/92YvGOAXnG via @FalconReportFN
Watch: #Falcons’ Arthur Smith on loss to #Bears https://t.co/31pgH1DlmD
FINAL: Bears 37, Falcons 17 Last week, Atlanta had its largest margin of victory under Arthur Smith. This week, it took its biggest loss of the season. Full story from the Bears' three-phase domination over the Falcons: https://t.co/1YAVDdeX2Z