Bears Survive Buccaneers Comeback With 27-24 Victory.
CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears improved to 7-2 Sunday after defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 27-24 on a game-winning field goal. Quarterback Caleb Williams completed 22 of 37 passes for 279 yards and two touchdowns, helping Chicago build an early advantage.
Wide receiver Luther Burden III finished with seven receptions for 97 yards and a touchdown.
The Bears opened the game with 14 first-quarter points and entered halftime leading 17-6.
Chicago extended its advantage to 24-13 entering the fourth quarter, but Tampa Bay responded with 11 points to tie the game. Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving delivered a strong performance, rushing for 97 yards and two touchdowns on 20 carries. With the game tied late, Chicago converted the decisive field goal to secure its seventh victory of the season. The Bears remained among the NFC's leading teams, while Tampa Bay dropped to 3-6.
