Former ESPN analyst Robert Griffin III found himself in the midst of an entertaining social media feud this weekend. The drama unfolded after Griffin tweeted at Barstool Sports personality Big Cat, following the Chicago Bears’ decision to fire head coach Matt Eberflus.
For those unfamiliar with Big Cat, he’s a dedicated Chicago Bears fan and one of the co-hosts of the popular podcast “Pardon My Take.”
Heading into the season, Big Cat was optimistic about the Bears’ chances, buoyed by the presence of quarterback Caleb Williams and the team’s talented roster. However, Robert Griffin III believed that Big Cat, along with many other Chicago fans, was overlooking a crucial aspect of the team’s struggles: the coaching staff. With the Bears now underperforming and Eberflus fired, Griffin felt it was time to speak up.
Griffin took to X (formerly Twitter) to call out Big Cat, offering his perspective on why the Bears have continued to falter.
“This isn’t a victory lap @BarstoolBigCat,” Griffin wrote. “I feel bad for you and all Bears fans and Bears media. You deserve better. Bears fans deserve better. I tried to tell you that coaching matters. I tried to tell you that structure matters. And some of y’all treated me like the nice guy. You know, the nice guy who tells the girl she deserves better, but she still stays with the bad boy and gets hurt? That’s you. THAT was stupid.
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“Caleb Williams could have used his leverage as the #1 pick to get the Bears to make a decision on the coaching staff BEFORE he went there. I wanted you to break the cycle. Now Caleb will have his third offensive coordinator and second head coach in his second year in the NFL instead of growing with the same head coach and staff.”
Griffin’s message was clearly intended to point out the importance of good coaching and stability in a young quarterback’s development, but it wasn’t received well by Big Cat. The Barstool personality, who had been vocal in his support of the Bears, took the comments personally.
Big Cat quickly responded, tweeting back at Griffin, “Good week for you to already be scheduled to come to Chicago office. See you Thursday. Take your victory lap.” It was clear that he wasn’t pleased with the timing or tone of Griffin’s message, especially after a difficult period for Bears fans.
In an attempt to ease the tension, Griffin responded with a more lighthearted comment, saying, “Get your coffee and donuts for comfort food bro.” Whether this was an effective way to calm the situation is up for debate, but it certainly added another layer to the back-and-forth exchange.
The feud between Griffin and Big Cat highlights the emotions that come with supporting a struggling team. On one hand, Robert Griffin III was correct in his prediction that Matt Eberflus was not the right fit for the Bears’ head coaching position.
Griffin has consistently emphasized the importance of having a solid coaching staff and organizational structure in place, especially for a young quarterback like Caleb Williams. His concerns about Williams’ development under inconsistent leadership are valid, and his remarks reflect his belief in the necessity of stability for success in the NFL.
On the other hand, it’s easy to understand why Big Cat was frustrated. Being a diehard fan of a team that has been struggling can be emotionally draining, especially when the team appears to be making the same mistakes repeatedly.
The Bears’ prolonged losing streak and their standing as one of the league’s bottom teams have been difficult for fans like Big Cat to endure. Griffin’s comments, while insightful, may have come across as rubbing salt in the wound, given the context of the Bears’ ongoing challenges.
As the feud continues to simmer, it remains to be seen whether the two personalities will bury the hatchet when they meet in person at the Barstool Chicago office. The interaction will likely be one to watch, as both men are known for their strong personalities and candid commentary.
While Griffin may have been right about the Bears’ coaching situation, the emotions involved in being a fan are not always rational, and the back-and-forth between him and Big Cat is a reminder of just how passionate sports fans can be.
Regardless of the outcome, the exchange between Robert Griffin III and Big Cat has been an interesting subplot in the ongoing saga of the Chicago Bears. As the team looks to rebuild once again, the questions surrounding coaching, player development, and organizational stability will continue to be central themes—and debates like this one are sure to persist.
