Williams–Loveland Connection Highlights Bears' 42–38 Loss to 49ers

Chicago leans on its rookie core as it enters Week 18 with NFC seeding on the line.

Overview

Colston Loveland drew a season-high 10 targets and caught six passes for 94 yards, including a 36-yard touchdown.
Film review showed Loveland briefly open in the back of the end zone on the game’s final snap as Chicago’s rally fell short.
Caleb Williams finished 25-of-42 for 330 yards and two touchdowns and needs 270 yards next week to reach 4,000 for the season.
The Bears have clinched the NFC North, are out of No. 1-seed contention, and will host the Lions in Week 18 with No. 2 vs. No. 3 seeding at stake.
Fellow rookie Luther Burden III added eight receptions for 138 yards and a touchdown as injuries pressed young playmakers into larger roles.