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Bears Top Vikings 19-17 on Expiring 48-Yard Field Goal After Duvernay's 56-Yard Return

Chicago's 7-3 surge reflects a defense-first, special-teams-driven formula.

Overview

  • Chicago improved to 7-3 and Minnesota fell to 4-6 in a game that flipped on late field position.
  • The Bears intercepted J.J. McCarthy twice, with takeaways by Kevin Byard and Nahshon Wright fueling key scoring chances.
  • Cairo Santos tried four field goals, missed from 45 yards late, then converted the 48-yard winner as time expired.
  • D'Andre Swift rushed 21 times for 90 yards and delivered a crucial 7-yard gain to ease the final kick.
  • Chicago logged a third straight fourth-quarter comeback as Caleb Williams went 16-for-32 for 193 yards without a turnover and McCarthy finished 16-for-32 for 150 yards with a wrap on his throwing hand.