Overview
- Chicago has clinched the NFC North but must beat Detroit — or have Philadelphia lose to Washington — to secure the NFC's No. 2 seed.
- Head coach Ben Johnson, formerly Detroit's offensive coordinator, stated, "We are playing to win this week."
- The Lions enter without playoff stakes, while Chicago seeks home-field benefits after a 42-38 Week 17 loss to the 49ers.
- Johnson has tailored the scheme to Caleb Williams' strengths, incorporating his athleticism rather than replicating Detroit's offense.
- If the Bears land the No. 2 seed, they would host the Packers in the wild-card round, according to current scenarios reported.