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The Chicago Bears have been one of the surprise teams in the NFL this season, and they continued their ascent on "Black Friday" with a 24-15 win on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles. This victory pushes Caleb Williams and Co. to 9-3 on the season, which helps them leapfrog the now 8-4 Eagles for the No. 2 seed in the NFC.
And as if the trade wasn't enough, the Panthers gave the Bears a massive assist in their 2025 playoff chase on Sunday. Bears fans owe the Panthers a tip of the cap. They're the holiday gift that keeps on giving.
The Philadelphia Eagles hosted the Chicago Bears in the NFL Black Friday game in 2025. USA TODAY Sports provided live updates, highlights and more.
Continuing their focus on the running game, Chicago would once again lean on D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai, putting together a 12-play drive that took over 6 minutes of play. Rookie Kyle Monangai would score a touchdown for his fourth straight week, giving the Bears an eight-point lead.
The second Chicago Bears On SI in-season 2026 mock draft, and this year it takes on more significance because the Bears will be limited in free agency.
If you're looking for something to watch this Thanksgiving weekend, look no further than "THE SHUFFLE," an HBO Original documentary short film that explores the making of the 1985 Chicago Bears’ iconic rap music video that became a cultural phenomenon leading up to the team’s storied Super Bowl XX championship.