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Bears Clinch No. 2 Seed Despite Late-Game Collapse

5 Jan

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Summary

Bears secured the NFC's No. 2 seed for playoffs.
Chicago lost 19-16 to Detroit on a last-second field goal.
Caleb Williams focused on winning, not franchise passing record.

Bears Clinch No. 2 Seed Despite Late-Game Collapse

The Chicago Bears have secured the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs following Philadelphia's loss, despite their own 19-16 defeat to the Detroit Lions. A last-second field goal by Detroit sealed the victory after Bears quarterback Caleb Williams led a late rally. Williams passed for 123 yards and two touchdowns in the fourth quarter, but the team's final possession ended without points.

Williams finished the game with 212 passing yards, falling just short of the franchise's 4,000-yard milestone. He acknowledged that personal records are secondary to team success, stating, "Need to win the game." The Bears now head into the postseason on a two-game losing streak, preparing for a playoff rematch against rivals Green Bay.

This marks the Bears' first playoff appearance since the 2020 season. Coach Ben Johnson expressed respect for the Packers and anticipates an exciting contest. As the team transitions into the playoffs, Williams stressed the importance of learning from past losses and elevating their focus and execution for the higher level of competition.