The Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders faced off in a fun and fast-paced NFL game. There was action, big plays, and tons of excitement. Fans from both sides were on the edge of their seats!
TLDR: The Bears came out strong with a commanding performance. Justin Fields had an incredible game, making big throws. DJ Moore was the star receiver with 3 touchdowns. Washington struggled on defense but gave a solid fight on offense.
First Quarter Fireworks
Right out of the gate, the Bears weren’t messing around. They drove down the field in just a few plays. Justin Fields connected with DJ Moore for a 20-yard touchdown. The Commanders tried to answer back, but their drive stalled.
- Justin Fields: 6/7, 102 yards, 1 TD (1st quarter)
- DJ Moore: 3 catches, 55 yards, 1 TD
- Khalil Herbert: 5 rushes, 23 yards
Washington’s offense struggled to find rhythm. Bears’ defense looked sharp. They got consistent pressure on QB Sam Howell.
Second Quarter Surge
This is when things really popped off for the Bears. With precise throws and a steady run game, Chicago moved the ball with ease.
On one play, Fields danced around defenders, threw deep – touchdown! Again, it was DJ Moore pulling it in. He was uncatchable.
- Justin Fields: Finished the half with 189 passing yards and 3 TDs
- DJ Moore: 5 catches, 137 yards, 2 TDs (by halftime!)
- Bears Defense: 3 sacks in the half
Washington did manage to score before the half. Howell threw a dart to Curtis Samuel for a 16-yard touchdown. But the damage was done. The Bears led big at halftime.
Halftime Score
Chicago Bears: 27
Washington Commanders: 10
Second Half Adjustments
The Commanders came out with more energy in the third quarter. They leaned on their run game and tried quick passes. It helped. Brian Robinson Jr. popped off a 20-yard run. Then Howell found Logan Thomas for a score.
Bears slowed down a bit. Still, they added a field goal to keep control.
- Sam Howell: 18/29, 201 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT
- Brian Robinson Jr.: 13 rushes, 78 yards
- Curtis Samuel: 4 catches, 49 yards, 1 TD
In the fourth quarter, the Bears leaned on the clock. They ran with Khalil Herbert and Roschon Johnson. Both kept the chains moving.
Then — boom. DJ Moore again. That’s right, touchdown number 3! Unreal performance from the wideout.
Final Stats – Chicago Bears
- Justin Fields: 15/29, 282 yards, 4 TDs
- DJ Moore: 8 catches, 230 yards, 3 TDs
- Khalil Herbert: 10 rushes, 76 yards
- Roschon Johnson: 6 rushes, 32 yards
- Bears Team Total Yards: 451
- Bears Defense: 5 sacks, 1 INT, held Washington to 3.9 yards/play
Final Stats – Washington Commanders
- Sam Howell: 27/41, 298 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT
- Brian Robinson Jr.: 13 carries, 78 yards
- Curtis Samuel: 6 catches, 62 yards, 1 TD
- Logan Thomas: 5 catches, 47 yards, 1 TD
- Sacks Allowed: 5
- Total Team Yards: 360
Despite the loss, Howell showed promise. He kept fighting and made some tough throws while under pressure.
Standout Players
From the Bears:
- DJ Moore – WR: Massive game. 230 yards and 3 touchdowns is rare. He couldn’t be stopped.
- Justin Fields – QB: Calm and confident. Had great accuracy and decision-making all night.
- Tremaine Edmunds – LB: Led the defense with tackles and energy. A true leader.
From the Commanders:
- Sam Howell – QB: Battled hard. Finished with nearly 300 passing yards.
- Brian Robinson Jr. – RB: Powered through tackles and kept drives alive.
- Curtis Samuel – WR: Reliable hands and fast footwork. Made the highlight reel.
What This Means Moving Forward
This win gives life to the Bears’ season. Fields and Moore showed what they can do together. The defense looked tough and disciplined.
For the Commanders, it’s back to the drawing board on defense. The offense isn’t the problem. They just need to slow down opponents better. They’ve got talent — it just needs to shine at the right times.
Final Score
Chicago Bears: 40
Washington Commanders: 20
This game brought big plays, exciting moments, and breakout performances. DJ Moore and Justin Fields were the stars. Washington showed heart but couldn’t keep up.
Football fans were treated to an epic showdown. Can’t wait to see what these two teams do next!