Bears Continue Winning Streak With Impressive Road Victory
The Chicago Bears delivered a commanding performance against the Philadelphia Eagles, securing their fifth consecutive victory with a 24-15 win at Lincoln Financial Field on Friday night. The Bears' running game proved unstoppable as they amassed 281 rushing yards against the struggling Super Bowl champions.
Ground Game Dominance Seals Victory
Chicago's offensive line dominated from the opening whistle, with Kyle Monangai rushing for 130 yards and a touchdown while D'Andre Swift added 125 yards and another score. The Bears' relentless ground attack overwhelmed Philadelphia's defence throughout the contest, particularly in the first half where they accumulated 142 rushing yards while limiting the Eagles to just 17 plays and two first downs.
The game turned decisively in Chicago's favour late in the third quarter when Jalen Hurts fumbled during the Eagles' signature "tush push" play deep in Bears territory. Chicago capitalised immediately, with Monangai breaking free for a 31-yard run on the ensuing drive's first play.
Quarterback Management and Defensive Resilience
Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams managed the game effectively, completing 17 of 36 passes for 154 yards and a touchdown. His 28-yard scoring pass to Cole Kmet in the fourth quarter provided the insurance points that sealed the victory at 24-9.
Despite missing three linebackers due to injury, Chicago's defence contained Philadelphia's offensive weapons. The Bears limited star running back Saquon Barkley to just 56 yards rushing against what had been one of the NFL's weakest run defences.
Philadelphia's offence continued to struggle, drawing boos from frustrated home fans who chanted "Fire Kevin!" directed at offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo. The Eagles have now suffered consecutive defeats after appearing to have the NFC East division secured just two weeks ago.
Standings Implications and Looking Ahead
Under rookie coach Ben Johnson, the surprising Bears improved to 9-3 and now sit alone atop the NFC North division. They face a crucial showdown at Green Bay on 7 December that could determine divisional supremacy.
The Eagles (8-4) saw their Super Bowl aspirations further dented as even reliable elements of their game faltered. Kicker Jake Elliott missed an extra point following Philadelphia's first touchdown, adding to the team's growing list of concerns.
Jalen Hurts finished with 230 passing yards and two touchdowns to AJ Brown, who caught 10 passes for 132 yards, but the Eagles' late fourth-quarter touchdown and failed two-point conversion came too late to affect the outcome.
