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Brock Purdy again proves he’s worth the contract he signed

While the San Francisco 49ers are alive in the race for the NFL’s No. 1 seed after beating the Chicago Bears 42-38, there is one narrative that can die: Brock Purdy not being worth that huge contract he signed in the offseason. If you watched this and last week’s game against the Indianapolis Colts, you […]

From Niners Nation | 22 days ago | 2 reads

Bears vs 49ers: Inside the Snap Counts, Stats, and two yards short

It was bound to happen eventually. The Chicago Bears fell two yards short in a comeback attempt, and they lost to the San Francisco 49ers, 42 to 38. It was an exciting back-and-forth game, but the final pass fell incomplete as time expired. “We didn’t quite get aligned in the formation we wanted to. It’s […]

From Windy City Gridiron | 22 days ago | 1 read

The Bear’s Den, December 29, 2025

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS Bears fall just short in tight 42-38 battle with 49ers – Windy City GridironThe Bears fall to 11-5 with their Sunday night loss. Kyle Shanahan Doesn’t Hold Back on Caleb Williams’ Arm Talent – Sports Illustrated Chicago BearsAs the Chicago Bears and quarterback Caleb Williams prepare to face the San […]

From Windy City Gridiron | 23 days ago | 1 read

Golden Nuggets: Ending the year with a Victory Monday

49ers win frenzied fracas, beat Bears 42-38 to set up NFC showdown with Seattle (paywall)“With a clear path to the No. 1 seed at stake, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy treated Levi’s Stadium and a national audience to a one-play touchdown for the other team.  Another five touchdowns later, all was forgiven.“ 49ers’ bullied, riddled defense steps up […]

From Niners Nation | 23 days ago | 4 reads

Rams eliminated from NFC West contention

With the San Francisco 49ers beating the Chicago Bears on Sunday Night Football, the Los Angeles Rams have officially been eliminated from contention for winning the NFC West division. The Rams will either be the 5-seed or the 6-seed, and historically those kind of differences have meant little or nothing to head coach Sean McVay. […]

From Turf Show Times | 23 days ago | 1 read

49ers playoff picture: Updated NFC standings after Week 17 vs. Bears

The San Francisco 49ers played one of the more entertaining games of the season against the Chicago Bears. The score went back and forth all night. The defense got a stop when it needed to, while the offense found the end zone when it couldn’t afford to settle for a field goal. Now, after a […]

From Niners Nation | 23 days ago | 1 read

The 49ers will play the Seahawks on Saturday for the No. 1 seed

The NFL announced Week 18’s schedule, and the San Francisco 49ers will host the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday at 5 p.m. PT. The 49ers won’t be happy about playing on a short week. It’s a quick turnaround, and Upton Stout will be in the concussion protocol. Not just that, but Trent Williams sustained a hamstring […]

From Niners Nation | 23 days ago | 0 reads

NFC Playoff Picture: Eagles get help with 49ers beating Bears

The Philadelphia Eagles will enter Week 18 alive for the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoff picture. The Birds helped themselves in Week 17 by narrowly beating the Buffalo Bills. Then they got some help with the San Francisco 49ers beating the Chicago Bears on Sunday night. The Eagles can now clinch the No. […]

From Bleeding Green Nation | 23 days ago | 3 reads

49ers outlast the Bears in one of the most thrilling wins of the season

The San Francisco 49ers love to make things interesting. They wasted little time against the Chicago Bears. Brock Purdy’s first pass attempt was intercepted and returned for a touchdown. His intended target, Jauan Jennings, ran a D- route. Not only did the 49ers go down 7-0 on the first play, but they also lost Trent […]

From Niners Nation | 23 days ago | 1 read

Bears fall just short in tight 42-38 battle with 49ers

Would it be a 2025 Chicago Bears game if you weren’t nervous down to the very last snap of the game? Despite Chicago having clinched the NFC North and a playoff spot heading into their Sunday night game against the San Francisco 49ers, there was still plenty of suspense in such a tight game. It […]

From Windy City Gridiron | 23 days ago | 2 reads

49ers-Bears: Rams fan discussion

If the Bears beat the 49ers on Sunday Night Football, the Los Angeles Rams can still win the NFC West and get the number one seed. If the 49ers beat the Bears, then the Rams can only get second or third in the NFC West. Minutes into the game, the 49ers and Bears are tied […]

From Turf Show Times | 23 days ago | 1 read

Sunday Night Football: Bears vs. 49ers

The NFL Week 17 slate of Sunday games will cap off with a Sunday Night Football matchup between the Chicago Bears (11-4) on the road against the San Francisco 49ers (11-4). The Eagles are rooting for the 49ers to win this game because a Bears loss keeps the Birds alive for the No. 2 seed […]

From Bleeding Green Nation | 23 days ago | 1 read

Chicago Bears vs. San Francisco 49ers Game Discussion

Sunday Night Football pits two 11-win teams going at it as the Chicago Bears face the San Francisco 49ers in a game where the loser is eliminated from contention for the number one seed in the NFC. An illness wormed its way through Halas Hall this week, which added several Bears to the injury report, but DJ Moore and […]

From Windy City Gridiron | 23 days ago | 1 read

49ers-Bears game thread: Which defense will get the most stops?

There will be no shortage of scoring between the San Francisco 49ers and the Chicago Bears on Sunday night football. The Niners offense has been the second-most explosive in the NFL since Brock Purdy returned to the lineup in Week 10. During that same stretch, the Chicago Bears have been impressive in their own right. […]

From Niners Nation | 23 days ago | 6 reads

Bears vs. 49ers: Sunday Night Football Open Thread

The San Francisco 49ers host the Chicago Bears tonight in the Bay Area. Both teams are battling for their respective division crowns and the #1 seed in the NFC Playoff field. Will Chicago ride the momentum from last week’s huge win? Can San Francisco do exactly the same? Let’s tune in and find out! Chicago Bears at […]

From Canal Street Chronicles | 23 days ago | 1 read

Bears at 49ers: Week 17 SNF open thread

Sunday Night Football this week is a battle between two of the top teams in the NFC: the 11-4 Chicago Bears versus the also 11-4 49ers. The NFC’s No. 1 seed could be at stake. Kickoff is at 8:20 p.m. EST on NBC. As always, who are you rooting for? What are you watching for? […]

From Behind the Steel Curtain | 23 days ago | 0 reads

Sunday Night Football: Chicago Bears vs San Francisco 49ers

Week 17 is not over yet, we’ve got one more game to watch on Sunday night. The Chicago Bears are visiting the San Francisco 49ers in a game that will have big implications for the NFC playoffs. They are both 11-4, tied for the second-best record in the conference. The Bears have already clinched the […]

From Hogs Haven | 23 days ago | 1 read

Sunday Night Football: Bears vs. 49ers — Lineups, Inactives, Hype Videos, More

NFL WEEK 17: CHICAGO BEARS VS. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS — The Bears already have a playoff spot and a division title locked up going into their Week 17 matchup against the 49ers. However, don’t tell players on this team that they have nothing to play for this week. Chicago’s football team is playing to maintain its playoff positioning. A win tonight would mean that Ben Johnson’s squad could finish no lower than the No. 2 seed. Plus, a dub out in Cali tonight would keep hope alive for the first-year...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 23 days ago | 0 reads

Jake Tonges Fantasy Week 17: Projections vs. Bears, Points and Stats, Start or Sit

San Francisco 49ers TE Jake Tonges will be up against the 18th-ranked pass defense of the Chicago Bears (217.1 yards allowed per game) in Week 17, at 8:20 p.m. ET on Sunday. Should Tonges be someone that you insert into your fantasy football lineup this week for his game against the Bears? Prior to making that call, here’s a glimpse at the numbers and trends you need to know. Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! Jake Tonges Week 17 Game Info L...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 23 days ago | 0 reads

George Kittle won’t play tonight; the Bears are relatively healthy

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is inactive for tonight’s game against the Chicago Bears. Ricky Pearsall will play. Here’s a look at the rest of the inactives: CB Renardo Green (neck)WR Jordan WatkinsDE Robert BealLB Curtis RobinsonDT Kevin GivensRB Isaac Guerendo So, Pearsall swaps spots with Kittle. The 49ers’ run game has been […]

From Niners Nation | 23 days ago | 0 reads