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The Chicago Bears and Indianapolis Colts are rumored to be in the market for help on the same side of the ball, which could lead to a struggle between general manager Chris Ballard and Ryan Poles.
The Bears and Caleb Williams needed to score 47 points, because the defense imploded and the onside kick coverage team botched its assignment
Week 9 was a wild and crazy ride that ended in a Bears' 47-42 win, thanks to a Caleb Williams 58-yard game-winning touchdown pass to Colston Loveland. The Bears improved their record to 5-3, and by the time Sunday's games concluded, they found themselves tied for the most wins in the NFC North.
Loveland became Williams' most trusted target on an afternoon when fellow tight end Cole Kmet exited the game in the second quarter with a concussion. The first-rounder led the Bears with seven targets and broke out with six receptions for 118 yards and two touchdowns.
The Cincinnati Bengals host the Chicago Bears in NFL Week 9 action at Paycor Stadium. Follow along for live updates and highlights.
Caleb Williams' 58-yard touchdown pass to Colston Loveland with 17 seconds remaining sealed a wild win for the Bears.
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Still, things weren’t great for the Bears, either. Winning 47-42 is great until you consider the fact the Bears gave up 42 points, including a 98-yard kick-return touchdown with a botched onside kick that led to a go-ahead touchdown to go with it.
The Chicago Bears’ Week 9 offensive explosion wasn’t just big on the scoreboard — it could have major fantasy football implications heading into Week 10.