Minnesota
Vikings
2-0
17
FINAL
38
Chicago
Bears
1-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 24m ago
In a decisive Week 3 matchup of the 2029 season, the Chicago Bears topped the Minnesota Vikings with a commanding final score of 38-17. The victory not only boosts Chicago's confidence but also places them firmly in the early playoff conversation, while the Vikings will need to regroup after this tough loss. Bears quarterback Caleb Williams led the charge, throwing for 158 yards and a touchdown, showcasing his ability to manage the game effectively. On the receiving end, Rome Odunze made his mark with 50 yards, consistently moving the chains for Chicago. The Bears' offense demonstrated a balanced attack, keeping the Vikings' defense on their heels throughout the contest. Defensively, the Bears were impactful, highlighted by Mike Green's lone sack that disrupted Minnesota's offensive rhythm at a crucial juncture. While the Vikings' standout was their defensive tackle, who logged 12 total tackles, it was the Bears' ability to force turnovers and capitalize on mistakes that ultimately shifted the momentum. The turning point came in the second quarter when the Bears scored back-to-back touchdowns, creating an insurmountable lead that sealed the game in their favor.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Caleb WilliamsQB362158%1581078.2
Joey ParkerQB351440%1490053.1
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jordan AddisonWR27236.0702700
Caleb WilliamsQB13705.493140
DaShawn McDanielsHB7618.7440320
Josh CardonaHB13584.5—090
Kyle MonangaiHB14533.871140
Rome OdunzeWR2136.5—070
Joey ParkerQB3113.7—060
Kordell BrownHB155.0—050
Demond ClaiborneHB144.0—040
Cole RaineyWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Rome OdunzeWR6508.3150140
Justin JeffersonWR5479.4160230
Cole RaineyWR34515.0150241
Luther Burden IIIWR5387.641170
T.J. HockensonTE12424.0—0240
Troy FranklinWR22211.040150
Cole KmetTE3227.313080
Ian TreiberTE11616.070160
Kyle MonangaiHB3144.78082
Colston LovelandTE2126.0—0100
Jordan AddisonWR188.0—080
Josh CardonaHB252.56050
Enrique AlmodovarWR144.0—040
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Donnie CanfieldP0000
Deontay OwensK11525
Will ReichardK12232