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Bears vs. Saints game recap: Everything we know

The Bears exited the playoffs the same way they entered it, with a whimper. Chicago fell 21-9 to New Orleans in the wild-card round.

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The Chicago Bears exited the playoffs the same way they entered it, with a whimper. After stumbling into the seventh seed in the NFC — thanks to a pair of Arizona Cardinals losses — the Bears did what they’ve done all season long — they beat themselves in a 21-9 loss to the Saints.

Perhaps the most frustrating thing about this game was that it was winnable. If the Bears were any other team, they would’ve beaten the Saints. This game was right there for the taking, and Chicago reverted to the kind of play that will likely cost people jobs this offseason.

While the Bears’ defense rose to the challenge of containing the Saints’ offense, they eventually tired out as Chicago’s offense failed to mount anything more than a field goal in four quarters of play.

Matt Nagy led a team that was completely undisciplined and not prepared for this game, and it showed. Now, he — and general manager Ryan Pace — will await their fate as another Bears season ends in disappointing fashion.

Instant analysis of Bears’ 21-9 loss to the Saints in the wild-card round

Chicago couldn’t pull off the upset against New Orleans as they went one-and-done in the postseason with a 21-9 loss in the wild-card round.

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The Chicago Bears are back in the postseason as they squeaked their way into the seventh seed, but they had a tough matchup against the second-seeded New Orleans Saints. The Bears came in as heavy underdogs, and they couldn’t pull off the upset as they fell 21-9 to the Saints.

The Saints started the game with the ball and they were slowly moving down the field. They picked up three first downs and got into Bears territory, but the Bears defense was able to force a punt. However, the Bears’ offense didn’t do much work as they settled for a three and out.

Future Hall of Famer Drew Brees took advantage of the quick stand by his defense and was able to start at their 45-yard line. It took one play to get into Bears territory, then the Saints struck first with an 11-yard touchdown from Brees to wide receiver Michael Thomas.

On the Bears’ second possession, they started to get going. On the third play of the drive, Mitchell Trubisky found Javon Wims for a 28-yard gain. Unfortunately, Wims would make a crucial error on the next play. The Bears pulled off a little trickery in the backfield that had Trubisky throwing deep to Wims that would have been a wide-open touchdown, but Wims dropped it.

During the same possession, the Bears were looking at a fourth and four at the Saints 34-yard line. The Bears went for it and it didn’t go the way they hoped. Trubisky rolled out to his right and tried to run for the first down, but it seemed like he was unaware where the first down marker was and he was just short of extending the Bears drive.

It felt like it was going to be one of those games for the Bears where nothing was going to go their way. However, on the Saints’ possession, they ended up missing a 50-yard field goal. Then, after a Bears punt, the Saints utility player, Taysom Hill, was looking to throw deep, but safety Tashaun Gipson was able to knock the ball out of Hill’s hand and it was recovered by former Saints player John Jenkins.

The Bears were able to capitalize on the Saints turnover, but they weren’t able to tie the game. They had to settle for a Cairo Santos 36-yard field goal to cut into the Saints lead, but the Bears trailed 7-3 heading into halftime.

Even though not many people expected the Bears to win this game, they have kept it close. The Bears have kept it to a one possession game and will have the ball to start the second half. However, it was a terrible start. The first possession resulted in a three and out, then Anthony Miller got ejected

The Saints were down messing around with the Bears. On their first possession in the second half, New Orleans started at their 15-yard line and went on a 12-play drive that finished with a six-yard passing touchdown from Brees to Latavius Murray.

Then, it doesn’t help that the Bears offense, once again, goes three and out. At this point, it seems like all hope is gone. The Bears’ offense can’t move the ball, then the Saints kept marching down the field as they extended their lead 21-3 with a three-yard rushing touchdown.

After the Saints touchdowns, it was just déjà vu for the Bears’ offense. They couldn’t get anything going after they suffered another three and out. On the day, the Bears totaled five three and outs, then finished going 1-for-10 on three-down conversions.

The Saints didn’t care that the Bears were struggling on both sides of the ball, because they tried to keep extending their lead. On fourth and goal from the one-yard line, Brees tried to extend his way into the end zone but was rejected by the defense. The Bears had to start at their one-yard line with little time remaining but they saw their season come to an end after a 21-9 loss.

It was a long season for the Bears where they saw peaks and valleys throughout the year, but the season comes to an end in the wild-card round after going 8-8 in the regular season. The offseason will be an interesting one for the Bears as there’s a lot of questions marks circling the quarterback position, the roster, coaching staff, and front office.

Bears vs. Vikings game recap: Everything we know

In what was essentially a playoff game, the Bears fought to keep their postseason hopes alive with a 33-27 win over the Vikings.

In what was essentially a playoff game, the Chicago Bears fought to keep their postseason hopes alive with a 33-27 win over the Minnesota Vikings. It certainly felt like a playoff game, especially with the back-and-forth in the second half, Cairo Santos’ clutch field goals and a failed Vikings Hail Mary at the end of the game.

The Bears offense was once again the talk of the game, as they put up 30 points for the third straight game. It was another beautifully-called game by offensive coordinator Bill Lazor, who leaned heavily on running back David Montgomery — who had 146 yards on 32 carries — and continued to utilize quarterback Mitchell Trubisky’s strengths.

While Chicago’s defense struggled containing Vikings running back Dalvin Cook, who had his best outing against the Bears with 132 yards on 24 carries,  they did come up big with the game on the line. Chicago’s defense came up with a big stop on fourth-and-1, which gave the ball back to the Bears offense and led to a field goal that put them up six. The defense also survived a late rally by the Vikings in the final minute, breaking up a Hail Mary attempt.

The Bears advance to 7-7 on the season and keep their slim playoff chances alive. After losing six straight games, Chicago has won their last two and still have something to play for in late December.

Instant analysis of Bears’ 33-27 win over the Vikings in Week 15

The Chicago Bears kept their playoff chances alive with a 33-27 win over the Minnesota Vikings.

There was a time during the 2020 season that the Chicago Bears were on a six-game losing streak and all hope was lost. Now, after a 33-27 win over the Minnesota Vikings, the Bears’ chances for a postseason spot looms large.

It wasn’t the ideal start for both teams as the Bears started the game with a three-and-out, but the Vikings did the same. However, on the next possession for both teams, they were able to find the end zone.

Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky found rookie receiver Darnell Mooney for an eight yard touchdown to start the game, but the Vikings responded with a touchdown pass of their own from quarterback Kirk Cousin to receiver Adam Thielen from three yards. The Bears were able to respond with a Cairo Santos 42-yard field to give the Bears a 10-7 lead into the second quarter.

Halfway through the second quarter, the Bears were able to extend their lead with a one-yard rushing touchdown from running back David Montgomery. The Bears offense was powered by Montgomery with 32 carries for 146 yards and two touchdowns.

Just before halftime, the Bears and Vikings exchanged field goals that would give the Bears a 20-10 lead. The Vikings would got the ball to start the second half and they were cut into the Bears’ lead with a one-yard rushing touchdown from running back Dalvin Cook.

Even with the Vikings starting strong in the second half, the Bears never gave up and found ways to answer Minnesota. After the Cook touchdown, the Bears responded with a 14-yard rushing touchdown from Montgomery.

The Vikings kicked a 22-yard field goal, then the Bears kicked a 20-yard field goal. However, the Vikings scored on a 20-yard pass from Cousins to Tyler Conklin, then the Bears got themselves into the red zone and Trubisky tossed an ill-advised interception to Viking rookie cornerback Cameron Dantzler in the endzone.

Leading 30-27, the Vikings had a chance to keep their postseason chances alive, but they failed as the Bears defense forced a turnover on downs. The Bears weren’t able to get a first down to end the game, but Santos extended their lead to 33-27 as the Vikings had 0:56 to work for a comeback.

The Vikings had moved the ball into Bears territory after a few throws by Cousins, but they had to rely on a Hail Mary with seven seconds left in the game. The pass was deflected into the air by safety Eddie Jackson in the end zone and it resulted in an incompletion to give the Bears their seventh win of the season.

The Bears aren’t in the playoffs just yet, but they are still in the hunt. The team the Bears have to keep an eye on and root against is the Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals will take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the evening, while the Bears will get ready for the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16.

Instant analysis of Bears’ 33-27 win over the Vikings in Week 15

The Chicago Bears kept their playoff chances alive with a 33-27 win over the Minnesota Vikings.

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There was a time during the 2020 season that the Chicago Bears were on a six-game losing streak and all hope was lost. Now, after a 33-27 win over the Minnesota Vikings, the Bears’ chances for a postseason spot looms large.

It wasn’t the ideal start for both teams as the Bears started the game with a three-and-out, but the Vikings did the same. However, on the next possession for both teams, they were able to find the end zone.

Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky found rookie receiver Darnell Mooney for an eight-yard touchdown to start the game, but the Vikings responded with a touchdown pass of their own from quarterback Kirk Cousin to receiver Adam Thielen from three yards. The Bears were able to respond with a Cairo Santos 42-yard field to give the Bears a 10-7 lead into the second quarter.

Halfway through the second quarter, the Bears were able to extend their lead with a one-yard rushing touchdown from running back David Montgomery. The Bears offense was powered by Montgomery with 32 carries for 146 yards and two touchdowns.

Just before halftime, the Bears and Vikings exchanged field goals that would give the Bears a 20-10 lead. The Vikings would get the ball to start the second half and they were cut into the Bears’ lead with a one-yard rushing touchdown from running back Dalvin Cook.

Even with the Vikings starting strong in the second half, the Bears never gave up and found ways to answer Minnesota. After the Cook touchdown, the Bears responded with a 14-yard rushing touchdown from Montgomery.

The Vikings kicked a 22-yard field goal, then the Bears kicked a 20-yard field goal. However, the Vikings scored on a 20-yard pass from Cousins to Tyler Conklin, then the Bears got themselves into the red zone and Trubisky tossed an ill-advised interception to Viking rookie cornerback Cameron Dantzler in the endzone.

Leading 30-27, the Vikings had a chance to keep their postseason chances alive, but they failed as the Bears defense forced a turnover on downs. The Bears weren’t able to get a first down to end the game, but Santos extended their lead to 33-27 as the Vikings had 0:56 to work for a comeback.

The Vikings had moved the ball into Bears territory after a few throws by Cousins, but they had to rely on a Hail Mary with seven seconds left in the game. The pass was deflected into the air by safety Eddie Jackson in the end zone and it resulted in an incompletion to give the Bears their seventh win of the season.

The Bears aren’t in the playoffs just yet, but they are still in the hunt. The team the Bears have to keep an eye on and root against is the Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals will take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the evening, while the Bears will get ready for the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16.

Bears vs. Texans game recap: Everything we know

The Bears broke their six-game losing streak with an impressive 36-7 win over the Texans.

The Chicago Bears finally recorded their first win over the Houston Texans. But even more important, the Bears snapped a six-game losing streak in impressive fashion with a 36-7 rout of the Texans to improve to 6-7 on the season.

Chicago looked the best they have all season, as they finally played a complete game on all phases. The offense and defense saved their best performances of the season against Houston, which included a dominant first-half outing by both groups.

The Bears pass rush came alive against the Texans, recording six sacks of Deshaun Watson. Outside linebacker Khalil Mack was his dominant self, recording his first sack since Nov. 1 and adding a safety.

But it was Chicago’s offense that dominated headlines as there were thoughts of “where has that been” when watching the Bears offense finally clicking in the run and pass en route to scoring 28 first-half points, where quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, running back David Montgomery and receiver Allen Robinson had dominant performances.

Instant analysis of Bears’ 36-7 win over the Texans in Week 14

The Chicago Bears finally broke their six-game losing streak with an impressive 36-7 win against the Houston Texans.

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It’s about time, but the Chicago Bears have ended their six-game losing streak as they defeated the Houston Texans 36-7 to move to a 6-7 record. The Bears got off to a hot start and didn’t look back.

After slowing down Deshaun Watson on their opening drive, on the first play for the Bears, running back David Montgomery got the Bears on the board with an 80-yard touchdown run. Then in the second quarter, the Bears exploded.

Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky got the second quarter started with a nice drive that finished with a touchdown pass to tight end Jimmy Graham. The Texans were able to get on the board with Watson creating time and finding receiver Keke Coutee. The Texans defense was able to force a Bears punt and it began to start some frustration.

However, outside linebacker Khalil Mack was able to get some points for the defense as he sacked Watson for a safety. Just before halftime Trubisky was able to get two quick touchdowns for the Bears with one to receiver Darnell Mooney and another to receiver Allen Robinson.

The Bears started the second half up 30-7 on the Texans and things started to settle. Even though the Bears have had trouble scoring points in the third quarter, they were able to score three with a Cairo Santos 39-yard field goal. In the fourth quarter, Santos added another field goal from 32 yards out.

It was a disastrous day for the Texans as they got nothing going, and the Bears defense was able to get to Watson with six sacks. In the turnover department, Mack and inside linebacker Josh Woods were able to recover two fumbles.

On the offense, Montgomery finished with a career-high 113 yards — with just 11 carries — and a touchdown. Robinson totaled nine receptions for 123 yards and a touchdown. Then, with the 2017 NFL draft narrative, Trubisky outperformed Watson by going 24-for-33 for 267 yards and three touchdowns.

Next week the Bears have a massive matchup with the Minnesota Vikings that will play a pivotal role for either team’s chances for a wildcard spot.

Bears vs. Packers game recap: Everything we know

Just when you think the Chicago Bears have hit rock bottom, they continuously surprise you with each passing week. Sunday night’s 41-25 beatdown by the Green Bay Packers on primetime was a new low in Chicago’s abysmal 2020 season. The Bears have now …

Just when you think the Chicago Bears have hit rock bottom, they continuously surprise you with each passing week. Sunday night’s 41-25 beatdown by the Green Bay Packers on primetime was a new low in Chicago’s abysmal 2020 season.

The Bears have now lost five straight games since their 5-1 start. Only this time, in a shocking turn of events, it was Chicago’s defense that let them down. Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers carved up the Bears defense, where Green Bay’s offense scored four touchdowns in the red zone against the NFL’s best red zone defense.

But, to no one’s surprise, Chicago’s offense was once again a complete and utter disappointment. While things looked promising early on for Mitchell Trubisky in his first start since Week 3, things soon turned ugly as Trubisky committed three turnovers — two interceptions and a fumble. But it wasn’t just Trubisky, as has been the case all season. The entire offense stumbled.

In fact, the entire Bears team stumbled on the primetime stage against their biggest rivals. And you have to wonder if this game — and what’s to follow — has sealed general manager Ryan Pace and head coach Matt Nagy’s fates in Chicago.

Instant analysis of Bears’ 20-19 win vs. the Bucs in Week 5

It was another ugly start, but the Bears outlasted the Bucs to improve to 4-1 on the season.

It started to look ugly for the Chicago Bears as they trailed 13-0 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first half. But all of a sudden, the Bears got hot and scored 14 unanswered points to end the first half. They carried that momentum over into the fourth quarter, where they were able to outlast the Bucs for a 20-19 win to improve to 4-1 on the season for the first time since 2012.

The first half looked like the Bears were feeling good, confident and had all the momentum, but to start the second half the Bears went three and out. The Buccaneers would capitalize and take a 16-14 lead. Heading into this matchup the Bears haven’t scored any points in the third quarter and it will stay that way for another week.

The Bears get most of their points in the fourth quarter and they opened that up with a 47-yard field goal from Cairos Santos to take a 17-16 lead. The Buccaneers would drive down the field on the next possession and settled for three points for a 19-17 lead.

Down by two, the Bears got the ball back with 4:49 remaining in the game, but couldn’t do anything as they punted the ball to Brady with 2:48 left. The Bears defense would stand tall and force a three and out.

The Bears would get the ball near midfield with 2:21 and the Bears have to be careful – you need three points to win, but you don’t want to give Brady the ball back with time on the lock.

The Buccaneers defense was able to force a third down, but the Bears were able to convert for a first down on a 10-yard reception from Darnell Mooney. The Bears would connect on a 38-yard field goal to take a 20-19 lead, but would leave 1:13 for Brady.

The future first ballot Hall-of-Famer got to work. On the first play Brady was able to connect with Mike Evans for the first down, but that was the only time the Bucs would be able to move the chains. The Bears defense held up and forced a turnover on downs as Brady seemed to be confused rather if it was third or fourth down.

It was a big day for Khalil Mack as he bullied the Buccaneers offensive line. Mack totaled three QB hits, three tackles, two sacks, two tackles for loss, and a pass deflection. The Bears defense caused frustration for Brady as he finished 25-for-41 for 253 yards and one touchdown.

Nick Foles was a bit better than Brady tonight as he finished 30-for-44 for 243 yards with one touchdown, one interception and the game winning drive. The Bears were able to score their first rushing touchdown of the year as David Montgomery found the end-zone in the second quarter.

After a tough loss to the Indianapolis Colts, the Bears bounce back and have a long break until they face the Carolina Panthers in Week 6.

Instant analysis of Bears’ 17-13 victory over Giants in Week 2

The Bears fought off a late Giants rally to improve to 2-0 for the first time since 2013 and will visit the Falcons next Sunday.

The Chicago Bears got off to a hot start against the New York Giants as they went up 17-0 going into halftime, but the Giants would score 13 unanswered points in the second half. The Bears were able to hold off the Giants on a late defensive stand in the final seconds, which gave Bears fans a scare in the final seconds for the second straight week.

If it was a tale of two halves for the Bears, but none more notable than quarterback Mitchell Trubisky. The Bears quarterback threw two touchdowns in the first half, but followed up in the second half with two interceptions.

The Bears pass rush improved compared to last week against the Lions as they sacked Giants quarterback Daniel Jones four times. The Bears were able to recover a fumble and force an interception.

For the second straight week for the Bears, it came down to the final seconds of the game. Bears kicker Cairo Santos missed a field goal to put them up seven, then the Giants drove to the 10-yard line for one final play.

Jones stepped up in the pocket, moved to his right, threw a pass intended to Golden Tate in the endzone and was incomplete as time expired.

The Bears improve to 2-0 for the first time since 2013 and will visit Atlanta to take on the Falcons next Sunday.