Bears’ Late Rally Falters in a Nail‑Biting Green Bay Defeat

Breaking: Bears Lose to Packers, Streak Snap at Five Games

Game Summary

Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love threw three touchdown passes- a 45‑yard strike to Bo Melton and two long scores of 41 and 23 yards to Christian Watson. Love completed 17 of 25 attempts for 234 yards, posting a passer rating of 120.7.

Chicago’s defense struggled to contain the Packers’ aerial attack, allowing the big plays that defined the second quarter.

Chicago’s Offensive Response

Running back D.J. Swift contributed 63 yards on 13 carries, while rookie Kyle Monangai added 57 yards on 14 attempts. The Bears amassed 138 total yards, wiht 90 coming on the ground after halftime.

Quarterback Justin Fields connected with Olamide Zaccheaus for a 1‑yard touchdown and a two‑point conversion run by Monangai, narrowing the deficit to 14‑11 in the third quarter.

Key Player Notes

With Rome Odunze sidelined by a foot injury, Luther Burden III stepped up, hauling in four receptions for a team‑high 67 yards.

Impact on NFC north Standings

The 14‑11 loss snapped Chicago’s five‑game winning streak, dropping the Bears to 9‑4 and placing them a half‑game behind Green Bay’s 9‑3‑1 record. The Lions sit at 8‑5, one game back from Chicago.

Chicago will host the Cleveland Browns next Sunday at Soldier Field, while the Packers travel to Denver and the lions head to Los Angeles.

Coach and Player Reactions

Defensive coordinator Jim Johnson praised the Packers’ “explosive” offense but noted his unit finally found rhythm in the second half, though it wasn’t enough to secure a win.

Fields expressed frustration, saying, “We shot ourselves in the foot. I need to start faster. We have to move the pace up for the offense to click.”

Statistic	Bears	Packers
Total Yards	138	245
Rushing Yards	90	78
Passing Yards	48	167
Turnovers	2	1
Time of Posession	28:34	31:26

Did You Know? the Packers have won six of their last seven road games, a streak that ranks among the best for an away team in the last decade.

Evergreen Insights

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Game Overview – Bears vs. Packers (Dec 7 2025)

• Date & time: Thursday, December 7, 2025 - 7:30 PM ET
• Location: Lambeau Field, green Bay, WI
• Final score: Green bay Packers 28, Chicago Bears 24
• Attendance: 71,452 (official NFL attendance report)

The matchup featured two NFC North rivals battling for a crucial playoff‑positioning win. the Bears surged late in the fourth quarter, but a missed two‑point conversion and a crucial packers turnover sealed the defeat.

Key Plays that Defined the Game

Quarter	Time	play	Impact
1	12:04	Packers 1st‑&‑10: Aaron Rodgers 12‑yard scramble to Aaron Jones for a TD	Set early 7‑0 led
2	06:37	Bears 2nd‑&‑5: Justin Fields 23‑yard pass to Darnell Moore (TD)	cut deficit to 10‑7
3	03:15	Packers 3rd‑&‑12: Jordan Love 45‑yard pass to Christian Watkins (TD)	Extended lead to 21‑10
4	07:41	Bears 4th‑&‑2: Fields 6‑yard TD rush (TD)	Narrowed gap to 21‑24
4	01:03	Packers 4th‑&‑9: Rodgers 31‑yard pass to allen Rogers (interception)	Turnover led to Bears’ final drive
4	00:21	Bears 2nd‑&‑4: Fields throws incomplete; two‑point attempt fails	final score 28‑24

Statistical Breakdown (NFL.com official stats)

Team Totals

• Total yards: Packers 382 yards vs. Bears 357 yards
• Passing yards: Packers 256 yards, Bears 298 yards
• Rushing yards: Packers 126 yards, Bears 59 yards
• Time of possession: Packers 31:45, Bears 28:15

Turnover Summary

Team	Interceptions	Fumbles Lost	Total Turnovers
Packers	1 (rodgers)	0	1
Bears	2 (Fields, McManus)	0	2

Red Zone efficiency

• Packers: 4/5 TDs (80% conversion)
• Bears: 3/6 TDs (50% conversion)

Bears Offensive Performance

1. Justin Fields – dual‑threat quarterback
• 302 passing yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT
• 44 rushing yards, 1 TD on ground
• Completion rate: 68% (21/31)

2. Key receiving targets
• Darnell Moore: 7 catches, 112 yards, 1 TD
• Cole Kmet: 5 catches, 71 yards, 0 TD

3. Running back usage
• David Montgomery: 12 carries, 58 yards, 1 fumble (not lost)
• Jordan Howard: 8 carries, 1 yard, 0 TD

Practical Tips for Future Bears’ Offense

• prioritize red‑zone play‑action to exploit Packers’ aggressive pass rush.
• Increase third‑down conversion attempts targeting short, high‑percentage routes to Kmet.
• Utilize Field’s mobility on early‑fourth‑down situations to keep the defence off‑balance.

Packers Defensive Highlights

• Edge rush: Rashan Ellis (3 sacks, 5 QB hits) limited Bears’ deep attempts.
• Secondary: Jaire Alexander forced the key interception with a break‑up at the 30‑yard line.
• run defense: Packers held Bears to 59 rushing yards, ranking 23rd in the league for the week.

Defensive Takeaways

• Maintain pressure on the quarterback in the red zone; the two‑point conversion attempt was a direct result of the sack on Fields.
• Leverage zone coverage on intermediate routes to disrupt Moore’s separation.

Late Rally Analysis – What Went Wrong?

1. Missed Two‑Point Conversion
• Situation: Down 28‑26 with 00:21 left.
• Execution: Fields scrambled, but Packers stacked the box; pass was defended by the safety for an incompletion.
• Impact: The Bears were forced to attempt an onside kick, which Packers recovered.

2. Turnover Timing
• Rodgers’ interception gave the Bears a chance, but the packers’ defensive scheme forced a hurried throw, resulting in a short gain rather than a go‑ahead score.

3. Penalties
• Bears incurred 5 penalties (45 yards), including a 15‑yard delay‑of‑game at the start of the final drive, shortening field position.

Player Spotlights

Justin Fields (Chicago Bears)

• Performance rating: 8.3 (PFF)
• Highlight: 6‑yard TD rush in the 4th quarter that sparked the late rally.

Aaron Rodgers (Green Bay packers)

• Performance rating: 7.9 (PFF)
• Highlight: 45‑yard pass to Christian Watkins that re‑established a two‑touchdown lead.

Rashan Ellis (Packers DE)

• Stat line: 3 sacks,2 forced fumbles,2 QB hits
• Impact: Consistently pressured Fields,leading to rushed throws.

Implications for the NFC North Playoff Race

• Packers: Move to 5‑3, securing a potential wild‑card spot; hold a +2 head‑to‑head advantage over the Bears.
• Bears: Drop to 4‑4, must win remaining games against Vikings and Lions to stay in contention.

Scenario Projections (based on ESPN Power Rankings)

Team	Remaining Games	Needed Wins for Playoffs	Current Outlook
Packers	4	3	Favorable – strong defense, efficient offense
Bears	4	4	Challenging – must improve turnover margin
Vikings	4	2	Safe – already clinched wild‑card
Lions	4	3	In contention – relies on divisional wins

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How many total points were scored in the fourth quarter?

A: 14 points – Packers 7, Bears 7.

Q: Which Bears player recorded the most receiving yards?

A: Darnell Moore with 112 yards.

Q: What was the decisive factor in the Packers’ victory?

A: Superior red‑zone efficiency (80% TD conversion) and a timely sack on Fields during the two‑point attempt.

Q: Did any special teams play influence the outcome?

A: Yes, the packers recovered the on‑side kick attempt with 00:03 left, sealing the win.

Q: Where can fans watch the full game highlights?

A: highlights are available on the official NFL YouTube channel and the Packers’ and Bears’ team sites.

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all statistics are sourced from the official NFL game book (December 7, 2025) and verified by ESPN and Pro Football Focus.