A Clear Win for Chicago
On November 28, 2025, the Chicago Bears delivered a commanding performance to defeat the Philadelphia Eagles 24–15 on the road in the NFL’s Black Friday spotlight game. The victory pushed Chicago’s win streak to five and improved their record to 9–3. Reuters+2ESPN.com+2
From the opening drive, the Bears imposed their will — a potent ground game, disciplined offense, and timely defense underscored a complete showing. ESPN.com+2Yahoo Sports+2
Bears’ Ground Game Takes Center Stage
Chicago’s rushing attack was relentless. Kyle Monangai carried the ball 22 times for 130 yards and a touchdown, while D’Andre Swift added 125 yards and his own touchdown. Between them, they racked up 255 rushing yards and powered the Bears’ total ground output to an impressive 281 yards. Reuters+2ESPN.com+2
Quarterback Caleb Williams wasn’t flashy — he completed 17 of 36 passes for 154 yards, with one touchdown and one interception — but Chicago didn’t need big passing numbers, thanks to their dominance on the ground and controlling the clock. ESPN.com+1
Eagles Show Sparks, But Too Little Too Late
The Eagles made a push, particularly through the connection between Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown, who hauled in two second-half touchdowns and combined for 132 receiving yards. Hurts threw for 230 yards overall. Reuters+2ESPN.com+2
However, Philadelphia suffered from miscues. A missed extra point after their first touchdown, a failed two-point conversion after their second, and a costly interception all underscored an offense that couldn’t match Chicago’s consistency. ESPN.com+2FOX Sports+2
Defensively and offensively, the Eagles simply couldn’t keep up with the Bears’ tempo — their late drives produced yardage, but not enough to overcome Chicago’s lead and control over the game. ESPN.com+1
What This Win Means for Chicago
- The victory cements the Bears as serious contenders in the NFC North and strengthens their playoff positioning with a 9–3 record. Reuters+2ESPN.com+2
- Chicago’s two-back rushing attack — Monangai and Swift — becomes one of the NFL’s most dangerous ground tandems, forcing defenses to constantly account for the run.
- For the Bears, a steady offense plus opportunistic defense — including takeaways — may be a blueprint for continued success over tougher matchups ahead. Windy City Gridiron+2ESPN.com+2
For the Eagles, the loss underscores persistent offensive inconsistency — a concern as the season moves deeper into playoff contention.
Looking Ahead
Chicago heads into its next games with momentum, believing in its balanced offense and strong defense. For Philadelphia, the task is clear: fix what’s broken on offense and find consistency — especially in high-stakes matchups.
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