Bears rally again in fourth quarter to beat Packers 31-27
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The Chicago Bears completed their largest postseason comeback in franchise history, overcoming a 21-3 halftime deficit to defeat the Green Bay Packers 31-27 in a wild-card playoff game at Soldier Field. Chicago scored 10 points in the final two minutes, with DJ Moore's 25-yard touchdown catch securing the victory with 1:43 remaining. The Bears outscored the Packers 28-6 in the second half, marking a successful playoff debut for head coach Ben Johnson.
Packers kicker Brandon McManus missed a critical extra point and a 44-yard field goal in the fourth quarter. Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams threw for 361 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. Key contributions came from rookie tight end Colston Loveland and wide receiver DJ Moore. D’Andre Swift added a rushing touchdown.
Despite the Packers’ Jordan Love throwing four touchdown passes, his late-game incompletions ended Green Bay's comeback bid. The Bears’ victory ended the Packers' season, with Chicago
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