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Bears' Caleb Williams Sparks Wild Comeback Against Packers

1/13/2026

Summary

Williams Leads Comeback

Caleb Williams led the Chicago Bears to a 31-27 comeback victory over the Green Bay Packers in National Football Conference (NFC) Wild Card Round.
Williams threw for 361 yards and three touchdowns, including a 25-yard pass to DJ Moore with 1:43 remaining.
The Bears' 2010 playoff victory remains their largest postseason comeback.
They will face the Los Angeles Rams in Divisional Round after scoring 25 points in the fourth quarter.

Summary

Bears Overcome Adversity

The Chicago Bears defeated the Green Bay Packers 31-27 in the NFC Wild Card, overcoming a 21-3 halftime deficit.
Head coach Ben Johnson faced criticism for risky fourth-down calls in the first half.
Despite the criticism, Johnson stayed calm and focused on correcting mistakes after halftime.
Wide receiver DJ Moore emphasized the need for execution after Johnson's halftime message.
The comeback led to a Divisional Round matchup with the Los Angeles Rams.

History

Historical Context

The Chicago Bears' victory in Super Bowl XX on January 26, 1986, marked their first NFL championship since 1963. Dominating the season with a 15-1 record, the Bears showcased their legendary "46 defense," allowing only 198 points. Their 46-10 win over the New England Patriots set multiple Super Bowl records, solidifying their legacy as one of the greatest teams in NFL history.

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Williams Leads Comeback

Caleb Williams led the Chicago Bears to a 31-27 comeback victory over the Green Bay Packers in National Football Conference (NFC) Wild Card Round.
Williams threw for 361 yards and three touchdowns, including a 25-yard pass to DJ Moore with 1:43 remaining.
The Bears' 2010 playoff victory remains their largest postseason comeback.
They will face the Los Angeles Rams in Divisional Round after scoring 25 points in the fourth quarter.

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