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Bears Edge Vikings in Close Game Despite Fields' Struggles

Chicago's defense shines, forcing four turnovers in first NFC North win under coach Eberflus.

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Overview

  • Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields led the offense to a 12-10 win over the Minnesota Vikings, despite two turnovers.
  • Fields' performance was marked by a lack of deep passes, with 43.2% of his targets at or behind the line of scrimmage.
  • The Bears' defense was instrumental in the win, forcing four turnovers and consistently stopping the Vikings' offense.
  • Fields' future with the Bears remains uncertain, with the team potentially having one of the top-two picks in the 2024 draft.
  • The Bears' win over the Vikings was their first NFC North victory since 2021 and the first of coach Matt Eberflus's tenure.