Kevin Fishbain
@kfishbain.bsky.social
Senior writer at The Athletic covering the Chicago Bears.
Bears RB D’Andre Swift: “When it’s clicking early on, that’s kind of what you want. That’s demoralizing to the opposing team.”
47 carries, 281 yards, and a signature win. Story from Philadelphia
47 carries, 281 yards, and a signature win. Story from Philadelphia
Ben Johnson loves smashmouth football. The Bears delivered to stun the Eagles
The Bears got a signature win, and did so in large part because of the way the offensive line blocked and running backs ran over the Eagles.
www.nytimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 3:41 AM
Bears RB D’Andre Swift: “When it’s clicking early on, that’s kind of what you want. That’s demoralizing to the opposing team.”
47 carries, 281 yards, and a signature win. Story from Philadelphia
47 carries, 281 yards, and a signature win. Story from Philadelphia
After his interception, Bears QB Caleb Williams went 5-of-7 passing for 62 yards and a touchdown, including two third-down conversions and one fourth-down conversion.
This is the second time since 2006 (at Arizona) the Bears won when their QB completed less than 50% of his passes and had a passer rating below 60. The other was the 2024 season opener.
The wind played a role tonight, but once again, Caleb Williams made his completions count.
The wind played a role tonight, but once again, Caleb Williams made his completions count.
November 29, 2025 at 1:23 AM
After his interception, Bears QB Caleb Williams went 5-of-7 passing for 62 yards and a touchdown, including two third-down conversions and one fourth-down conversion.
The Bears ran 85 plays today, their most in a non-overtime game since 1999. Their 47 carries were the most in a non-overtime game since 1995.
(h/t @stathead.com)
(h/t @stathead.com)
November 29, 2025 at 12:29 AM
The Bears ran 85 plays today, their most in a non-overtime game since 1999. Their 47 carries were the most in a non-overtime game since 1995.
(h/t @stathead.com)
(h/t @stathead.com)
This is the second time since 2006 (at Arizona) the Bears won when their QB completed less than 50% of his passes and had a passer rating below 60. The other was the 2024 season opener.
The wind played a role tonight, but once again, Caleb Williams made his completions count.
The wind played a role tonight, but once again, Caleb Williams made his completions count.
November 29, 2025 at 12:23 AM
This is the second time since 2006 (at Arizona) the Bears won when their QB completed less than 50% of his passes and had a passer rating below 60. The other was the 2024 season opener.
The wind played a role tonight, but once again, Caleb Williams made his completions count.
The wind played a role tonight, but once again, Caleb Williams made his completions count.
Initial story from Philadelphia on the Bears' win over the Eagles with analysis from @danwiederer.bsky.social, @zberm.bsky.social, @bkubena.bsky.social and me
Bears-Eagles takeaways: Chicago bullies Philly with defense, ground game in win
D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai rushed for more than 100 yards each as the Bears won the battle of division leaders.
www.nytimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Initial story from Philadelphia on the Bears' win over the Eagles with analysis from @danwiederer.bsky.social, @zberm.bsky.social, @bkubena.bsky.social and me
For only the second time since 2013, the Bears have clinched an above-.500 season.
Bears 24, Eagles 15
Bears 24, Eagles 15
November 28, 2025 at 11:03 PM
For only the second time since 2013, the Bears have clinched an above-.500 season.
Bears 24, Eagles 15
Bears 24, Eagles 15
Weird to see the "Fly Eagles Fly" song happening as fans head to the exits.
Bears 24, Eagles 15
Bears 24, Eagles 15
November 28, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Weird to see the "Fly Eagles Fly" song happening as fans head to the exits.
Bears 24, Eagles 15
Bears 24, Eagles 15
Kinda wondered how long Ben Johnson could go without going with a play-action pass ... and there it was.
8 plays, 63 yards in 4:56
Cole Kmet now second in Bears history in touchdown catches for a tight end.
Bears 24, Eagles 9
8 plays, 63 yards in 4:56
Cole Kmet now second in Bears history in touchdown catches for a tight end.
Bears 24, Eagles 9
November 28, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Kinda wondered how long Ben Johnson could go without going with a play-action pass ... and there it was.
8 plays, 63 yards in 4:56
Cole Kmet now second in Bears history in touchdown catches for a tight end.
Bears 24, Eagles 9
8 plays, 63 yards in 4:56
Cole Kmet now second in Bears history in touchdown catches for a tight end.
Bears 24, Eagles 9
Bears DT Andrew Billings is being evaluated for a concussion.
November 28, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Bears DT Andrew Billings is being evaluated for a concussion.
A smashmouth drive from the Bears' offense. 12 plays, 87 yards in 6:44.
Bears 17, Eagles 9
Bears 17, Eagles 9
November 28, 2025 at 10:19 PM
A smashmouth drive from the Bears' offense. 12 plays, 87 yards in 6:44.
Bears 17, Eagles 9
Bears 17, Eagles 9
Kyle Monangai has 112 yards rushing, D'Andre Swift has 107. First time the Bears have two backs with 100+ in the same game since Nov. 10, 1985 (Matt Suhey, Walter Payton). (h/t Bears PR)
November 28, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Kyle Monangai has 112 yards rushing, D'Andre Swift has 107. First time the Bears have two backs with 100+ in the same game since Nov. 10, 1985 (Matt Suhey, Walter Payton). (h/t Bears PR)
The Bears' defense is a real feast or famine when defending the tush push. What a play by Nahshon Wright to get the ball back, keep the Eagles off the board.
November 28, 2025 at 10:06 PM
The Bears' defense is a real feast or famine when defending the tush push. What a play by Nahshon Wright to get the ball back, keep the Eagles off the board.
That's Caleb Williams' first INT since Oct. 26. The screen was set up for at least a Bears first down if not more. Instead, it's Eagles ball in scoring range.
November 28, 2025 at 10:02 PM
That's Caleb Williams' first INT since Oct. 26. The screen was set up for at least a Bears first down if not more. Instead, it's Eagles ball in scoring range.
It took the Eagles five plays to go 92 yards and (almost) tie the game. Critical drive coming up for a Bears offense that has been sputtering.
Bears 10, Eagles 9
Bears 10, Eagles 9
November 28, 2025 at 9:56 PM
It took the Eagles five plays to go 92 yards and (almost) tie the game. Critical drive coming up for a Bears offense that has been sputtering.
Bears 10, Eagles 9
Bears 10, Eagles 9
The Bears started the game 7-for-8 on third down. They're 0-for-4 since, and couldn't take advantage of the turnover. The Eagles remain one play away from tying the game even though the Bears have dominated just about every facet.
November 28, 2025 at 9:50 PM
The Bears started the game 7-for-8 on third down. They're 0-for-4 since, and couldn't take advantage of the turnover. The Eagles remain one play away from tying the game even though the Bears have dominated just about every facet.
Wow, what a pick by Kevin Byard, No. 6 on the year, No. 35 of his career, takeaway No. 25 for the Bears this season.
November 28, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Wow, what a pick by Kevin Byard, No. 6 on the year, No. 35 of his career, takeaway No. 25 for the Bears this season.
The Eagles are now 1-for-6 on third down. Big opportunity for the Bears here...
November 28, 2025 at 9:38 PM
The Eagles are now 1-for-6 on third down. Big opportunity for the Bears here...
The 47 plays the Bears ran are tied for the most they've run in a first half since at least 2000 (W3 vs. Colts, 2024) (via @trumedia.bsky.social).
November 28, 2025 at 9:23 PM
The 47 plays the Bears ran are tied for the most they've run in a first half since at least 2000 (W3 vs. Colts, 2024) (via @trumedia.bsky.social).
In case anyone wants to read the story that was referenced (but apparently wasn't referenced)
How Ben Johnson made ‘Good, better, best’ a motto for the Chicago Bears
Johnson has made "Good, better, best" a part of the lexicon in Chicago. Here's how that phrase became the team motto.
www.nytimes.com
November 28, 2025 at 9:11 PM
In case anyone wants to read the story that was referenced (but apparently wasn't referenced)
Bears QB Caleb Williams threw a strike to Colston Loveland for the Bears' 14th first down of the day, before back-to-back incomplete passes and the Eagles' first sack of the day. Williams is 9-of-20 passing.
November 28, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Bears QB Caleb Williams threw a strike to Colston Loveland for the Bears' 14th first down of the day, before back-to-back incomplete passes and the Eagles' first sack of the day. Williams is 9-of-20 passing.
The Bears are 7-for-9 on third down. Eagles? 1-for-4. Jaylon Johnson with the PD to force a punt.
November 28, 2025 at 9:01 PM
The Bears are 7-for-9 on third down. Eagles? 1-for-4. Jaylon Johnson with the PD to force a punt.
D'Andre Swift is having himself a game — 8 carries for 77 yards. Offense stalled at the 12 with three consecutive incompletions. Looked like a miscommunication on first down. Caleb Williams' scramble on third down was key, but he's 8/17 passing.
15 plays, 68 yards in 6:20
Bears 10, Eagles 3
15 plays, 68 yards in 6:20
Bears 10, Eagles 3
November 28, 2025 at 8:55 PM
D'Andre Swift is having himself a game — 8 carries for 77 yards. Offense stalled at the 12 with three consecutive incompletions. Looked like a miscommunication on first down. Caleb Williams' scramble on third down was key, but he's 8/17 passing.
15 plays, 68 yards in 6:20
Bears 10, Eagles 3
15 plays, 68 yards in 6:20
Bears 10, Eagles 3
Bears DE Austin Booker's TFL helps force the Eagles to settle for a FG. Chicago caught a break when Jalen Hurts missed an open DeVonta Smith on third down.
Saquon Barkley's four carries had each gone for 4+ yards before Booker's stop.
Bears 7, Eagles 3
Saquon Barkley's four carries had each gone for 4+ yards before Booker's stop.
Bears 7, Eagles 3
November 28, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Bears DE Austin Booker's TFL helps force the Eagles to settle for a FG. Chicago caught a break when Jalen Hurts missed an open DeVonta Smith on third down.
Saquon Barkley's four carries had each gone for 4+ yards before Booker's stop.
Bears 7, Eagles 3
Saquon Barkley's four carries had each gone for 4+ yards before Booker's stop.
Bears 7, Eagles 3
Bears O-line really stood out on that scoring drive. Some big time runs for Monangai and Swift.
11 plays, 78 yards in 5:26
Bears 7, Eagles 0
11 plays, 78 yards in 5:26
Bears 7, Eagles 0
November 28, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Bears O-line really stood out on that scoring drive. Some big time runs for Monangai and Swift.
11 plays, 78 yards in 5:26
Bears 7, Eagles 0
11 plays, 78 yards in 5:26
Bears 7, Eagles 0
Bears were in dime personnel on that third-down stop with both Kyler Gordon and C.J. Gardner-Johnson on the field together.
November 28, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Bears were in dime personnel on that third-down stop with both Kyler Gordon and C.J. Gardner-Johnson on the field together.