Minnesota
Vikings
1-0
27
FINAL
35
Chicago
Bears
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn an exciting Week 2 matchup of the 2026 season, the Chicago Bears topped the Minnesota Vikings 35-27, solidifying their early-season momentum. With both teams looking to establish themselves in the NFC North, this win was crucial for Chicago as they continue to build on their playoff aspirations.
Quarterback Dak Prescott turned in a stellar performance for the Bears, throwing for 400 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his elite arm talent and decision-making. Wide receiver Johnny Wilson also excelled, racking up 256 receiving yards, providing Prescott with a reliable target downfield. Meanwhile, Adrian Peterson kept the Vikings competitive with an impressive 301 rushing yards, though it ultimately wasn't enough to secure the win.
Defensively, the Bears made key stops when it mattered most, with Trey Amos leading the charge with five total tackles. Khalil Mack's pressure on the opposing quarterback resulted in a pivotal sack, but it was the Bears' ability to bend without breaking that proved decisive. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when the Bears' defense held the Vikings to a critical three-and-out, allowing Chicago to maintain their lead and seal the victory.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dak Prescott | QB | 13 | 11 | 400 | 4 | 0 | 158.3 |
| Joe Flacco | QB | 1 | 1 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 118.7 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian Peterson | HB | 28 | 301 | 10.8 | 4 | 62 | 0 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 4 | 22 | 5.5 | 1 | 11 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnny Wilson | WR | 4 | 256 | 64.0 | 3 | 80 | 0 |
| Quentin Johnston | WR | 3 | 79 | 26.3 | 0 | 39 | 0 |
| Bryce Ford-Wheaton | WR | 1 | 41 | 41.0 | 0 | 41 | 0 |
| Cooper Kupp | WR | 1 | 25 | 25.0 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 2 | 17 | 8.5 | 1 | 12 | 0 |
| Mark Andrews | TE | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trey Amos | FS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jonas Sanker | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quinyon Mitchell | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Khalil Mack | REDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jalen Thompson | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kerby Joseph | FS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kader Kohou | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nakobe Dean | MIKE | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Calais Campbell | DT | 1 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ACE James | SAM | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Joey Bosa | REDG | 0 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Donovan Wilson | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Isaiah Oliver | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Daron Payne | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| caleb thomas | WILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jaelan Phillips | REDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jacob Parrish | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mike Ditka | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pat Surtain II | CB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rigoberto Sanchez | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cam Little | K | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Charlie Smyth | K | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |

