Bears Rally in Overtime to Defeat Packers 22-16

In a thrilling overtime showdown, the Chicago Bears defeated the Green Bay Packers 22-16, showcasing their resilience and playoff aspirations. Caleb Williams threw a dramatic 46-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore in overtime, completing a remarkable comeback from a 10-point deficit late in the fourth quarter.

With this victory, the Bears improved to 11-4, extending their NFC North lead to one and a half games over the Packers, who fell to 9-5-1 after losing quarterback Jordan Love to a concussion during the game.

Cairo Santos's 43-yard field goal with under two minutes left narrowed the Packers' lead, and an onside kick recovery by Josh Blackwell set the stage for a game-tying touchdown from Williams to Jahdae Walker.

The Bears' win probability had dipped to 1% before their late-game heroics, marking their sixth win this season after trailing in the final minutes. Coach Ben Johnson expressed pride in the team's belief and determination, while Packers coach Matt LaFleur lamented missed opportunities as Green Bay went 0 for 5 in the red zone.

Injuries were a significant factor, with Love's concussion impacting the Packers, while the Bears activated linebacker Tremaine Edmunds from injured reserve. The Bears now stand on the brink of their first playoff appearance since 2020, needing a win from the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Detroit Lions to clinch a spot.