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Bears Edge Packers in Overtime Amid Heater Controversy

12/21/2025

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The Chicago Bears defeated the Green Bay Packers 22-16 in overtime at Soldier Field, improving their playoff prospects with ten wins this season.
Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love was ruled out with a concussion, a major setback for the visitors.
The Packers' sideline heaters malfunctioned in freezing conditions while the Bears' heaters operated normally, prompting controversy.
The Bears now lead the NFC North by 1.5 games over the Packers.

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Story summary

The Chicago Bears defeated the Green Bay Packers 22-16 in overtime at Soldier Field, improving their playoff prospects with ten wins this season.
Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love was ruled out with a concussion, a major setback for the visitors.
The Packers' sideline heaters malfunctioned in freezing conditions while the Bears' heaters operated normally, prompting controversy.
The Bears now lead the NFC North by 1.5 games over the Packers.