Chicago, Illinois — Soldier Field was rocking on Saturday night as the Chicago Bears pulled off one of the most dramatic playoff comebacks in NFL history, stunning the Green Bay Packers 31–27 in a wild-card showdown.
Trailing by 18 points at half-time, the Bears looked all but finished. But inspired by rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, Chicago produced another late-game miracle against their fiercest rivals to book a place in the divisional playoffs.
It was a night Bears fans will never forget — and one Packers supporters will want to erase from memory.
Soldier Field Erupts as Bears Defy the Odds
As the fourth quarter unfolded, the energy inside Soldier Field was electric. All 60,338 fans were on their feet, jumping, shouting and urging their team forward as the Bears clawed their way back into the game.
Key Milestone:
The Bears became only the fourth team in NFL history to win a playoff game after trailing by 15 or more points entering the fourth quarter.
Chicago had managed just a single field goal in the first half, making the 18-point deficit the largest home playoff hole in franchise history.
Yet head coach Ben Johnson refused to play it safe.
Speaking to Prime Video, Johnson said he “kept his foot on the gas” despite failed fourth-down attempts, knowing the Packers were capable of scoring quickly.
Caleb Williams Delivers When It Matters Most
The turning point came with 1 minute and 48 seconds remaining. Caleb Williams found DJ Moore on a stunning 25-yard touchdown pass, giving Chicago their first lead of the night.
Williams’ Performance Breakdown:
Final stats:
24 completions from 48 attempts
361 passing yards
2 touchdowns
2 interceptions
Second-half transformation:
7 of 13 passes completed on deep throws
166 yards and 1 touchdown
Most deep-ball passing yards in a single half of his career
In contrast, Williams struggled early:
First half:
2 of 5 deep passes
40 yards
1 interception
His ability to bounce back under pressure highlighted his growing maturity.
A Season of Clutch Moments
Williams now has seven game-winning drives in the fourth quarter or overtime this season
That ties him with Broncos QB Bo Nix for the most in the NFL
It is also the most by a Bears quarterback since the 1970 NFL-AFL merger
Bears Defence Steps Up After First-Half Struggles
Chicago’s defence had a nightmare start. Despite leading the league in takeaways this season, the Bears were minus-2 in turnovers on the night.
Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love tore through the Bears’ secondary early on:
Three first-half touchdown passes
All thrown outside the numbers inside the red zone
Chicago’s heavy use of man coverage backfired badly
However, the defence responded when it mattered most.
Second-Half Defensive Revival:
Forced four consecutive Packers punts
Shut down Green Bay’s red-zone rhythm
Protected the late lead to seal the win
Historic Night for Head Coach Ben Johnson
Saturday’s victory was also special for Bears head coach Ben Johnson.
Stat to Know:
Johnson became the first head coach in Chicago Bears history to win a playoff game in his first season with the team
It was a statement win that reinforced belief in Chicago’s new era.
Packers Suffer Another Painful Collapse
For Green Bay, it was a familiar and devastating story.
This was the second collapse against the Bears in just three weeks:
The first cost them the NFC North title
The second ended their playoff campaign
How It Unravelled:
Green Bay led 21–3 at half-time
Scored touchdowns on their first three possessions
Failed to score when it mattered most late on
The loss extended the Packers’ Super Bowl drought to 15 years and capped off a miserable five-game losing streak to end the season.
Jordan Love Shines — But It Wasn’t Enough
Despite the defeat, Jordan Love delivered an impressive performance in his return after missing two and a half games.
Love’s Stat Line:
24 completions from 46 attempts
323 passing yards
4 touchdown passes
He became just the second quarterback in Packers history to throw three touchdown passes in the first half of a playoff game.
However, late mistakes proved costly.
Costly Drops Seal Green Bay’s Fate
One of the most surprising elements of the game came on the Packers’ final drive.
Key Errors:
Two dropped passes in the final possession
One by Jayden Reed
One by Romeo Doubs
Green Bay had only one drop all game before that drive
The three total drops matched their single-game season high
Those missed chances ended any hope of a last-second comeback.
Worrying Playoff Trend for Packers
Green Bay’s postseason struggles are becoming a pattern.
Concerning Numbers:
Eliminated in the first round for the second straight season
Last playoff win came during the 2023 season
Head coach Matt LaFleur now has a 3–6 playoff record
Serious questions now loom over the team’s direction heading into next season.
What This Win Means for the Bears
The Bears move on with momentum, belief and a quarterback who thrives under pressure.
Why Chicago Fans Are Dreaming:
A fearless rookie QB delivering clutch wins
A coach making history in year one
A defence capable of big adjustments
Confidence gained from beating their biggest rivals — again
Chicago may not be finished yet.
References & Sources
ESPN NFL Game Report
Prime Video NFL Broadcast
NFL Official Statistics
Chicago Bears & Green Bay Packers Team Data
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