Minnesota
Vikings
0-1
21
FINAL
49
Chicago
Bears
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a dominant showing, the Chicago Bears topped the Minnesota Vikings 49-21 in Week 2 of the 2026 season, solidifying their early-season momentum. With both teams looking to establish themselves in the division, this victory not only boosts the Bears’ confidence but also serves as a stark warning to their rivals.
Caleb Williams was the standout performer for Chicago, throwing for an impressive 255 yards and five touchdowns, showcasing his ability to find the end zone with precision. Complementing his efforts, Luther Burden III made a significant impact in the passing game, racking up 121 receiving yards and providing a reliable target throughout the contest. The Bears’ offense executed flawlessly, leading to a high-scoring affair that kept the Vikings on their heels.
Defensively, the Bears were relentless, with T.J. Edwards leading the charge with 3.5 sacks, disrupting the Vikings' offensive rhythm. Xavier Woods anchored the defense with four total tackles, helping to contain Minnesota's running attack. The turning point came when Edwards' pressure led to a crucial turnover, allowing the Bears to extend their lead and ultimately secure the win.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caleb Williams | QB | 25 | 20 | 80% | 255 | 5 | 1 | 132.0 |
| Kyler Murray | QB | 12 | 5 | 42% | 78 | 0 | 1 | 29.1 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Jones Sr | HB | 11 | 143 | 13.0 | 17 | 1 | 75 | 0 |
| D'Andre Swift | HB | 5 | 132 | 26.4 | 5 | 1 | 86 | 0 |
| Kyler Murray | QB | 6 | 81 | 13.5 | 10 | 2 | 33 | 0 |
| Caleb Williams | QB | 2 | 2 | 1.0 | — | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Jordan Mason | HB | 1 | -1 | -1.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luther Burden III | WR | 8 | 121 | 15.1 | 14 | 2 | 27 | 0 |
| Kalif Raymond | WR | 6 | 55 | 9.2 | 65 | 0 | 30 | 0 |
| Rome Odunze | WR | 3 | 53 | 17.7 | 11 | 1 | 39 | 0 |
| Justin Jefferson | WR | 1 | 33 | 33.0 | 1 | 0 | 33 | 0 |
| T.J. Hockenson | TE | 2 | 30 | 15.0 | 9 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| Jordan Addison | WR | 1 | 17 | 17.0 | 6 | 0 | 17 | 1 |
| Colston Loveland | TE | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | — | 1 | 14 | 0 |
| D'Andre Swift | HB | 2 | 12 | 6.0 | 8 | 1 | 11 | 0 |
| Aaron Jones Sr | HB | 1 | -2 | -2.0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T.J. Edwards | WILL | 3 | 3.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Eric Wilson | WILL | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Xavier Woods | FS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Coby Bryant | FS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Dillon Thieneman | SS | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Harrison Smith | FS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cam Lewis | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Isaiah Rodgers Sr | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Montez Sweat | LEDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jaylon Johnson | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Byron Murphy Jr | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bobby Wagner | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jakobe Thomas | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Neville Gallimore | DT | 0 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Devin Bush | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyrique Stevenson Sr | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Caleb Banks | DT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo Santos | K | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Will Reichard | K | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |

