In a tightly contested matchup, the Chicago Bears narrowly defeated the New York Jets 26-24 in Week 4 of the 2026 season. The victory keeps the Bears in the playoff conversation, while the Jets face questions as they look to rebound from this close loss. Caleb Williams shone for Chicago, throwing for 293 yards, while D'Andre Swift contributed significantly on the ground with 88 rushing yards. Jalen Milroe kept the Jets competitive with two touchdown passes, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. Luther Burden III was a standout receiver for the Bears, racking up 132 yards and making critical catches throughout the game. Defensively, the Bears made key plays, particularly from Kyler Gordon, who intercepted a pass that proved pivotal in the game's latter stages. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Chicago's defense stifled a Jets drive, allowing the Bears to hold onto their slim lead and secure the win. The combination of offensive firepower and timely defensive stops ultimately led to Chicago's hard-fought victory.