Bears Rally Late to Stun Packers: Caleb Williams, D.J. Moore Shine in Rivalry Win
The Chicago Bears’ win over the Green Bay Packers didn’t exactly follow the script most fans had in mind - but if there’s one thing we’re learning about this Bears team, it’s that they’re built for chaos. Green Bay had the upper hand for most of the game, but when it mattered most, the Bears delivered.
And once again, it was the rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and offensive coordinator Ben Johnson who kept their cool and engineered another comeback. For a fanbase used to heart-pounding finishes, this one was classic Bears - stressful, dramatic, and ultimately victorious.
Let’s break down how five key expectations for this game played out - and how the Bears found a way to flip the script on their oldest rival.
Caleb Williams Delivers When It Counts
There’s a growing theme with Caleb Williams: he may not be perfect for four quarters, but when the game is on the line, he shows up with ice in his veins. The rookie didn’t start off hot, and his overall completion percentage wasn’t much to write home about.
But in the clutch? He was surgical.
Williams completed 72.4% of his passes while trailing - a stat that speaks volumes about his poise and decision-making under pressure.
Down the stretch, Williams looked like a seasoned vet, not a rookie navigating the NFL’s most storied rivalry. He read the field, extended plays, and made critical throws that kept the Bears alive.
The Packers’ defense, which had done a solid job early on, couldn’t keep him contained late. The Bears have found their guy - and when the moment gets big, Caleb gets better.
Swift Falls Just Short of 1,000 - But It’s Coming
Heading into the game, D’Andre Swift needed just 65 yards to hit the 1,000-yard mark for the season. Against a Packers defense dealing with injuries and inconsistency, it looked like a prime opportunity. But the Bears’ ground game never fully got into gear, and Swift finished with 58 yards - just seven shy of the milestone.
Still, Swift ran hard and picked up tough yards when the Bears needed them. He didn’t find the end zone, and the explosive runs weren’t there this time, but with only a handful of yards left to reach 1,000, it’s a safe bet he’ll get there soon. The Bears didn’t dominate on the ground, but Swift’s consistency has been one of the quiet engines of this offense all season long.
D.J. Moore Steps Up Again
With Rome Odunze and Luther Burden sidelined, it was clear D.J. Moore would need to be the go-to guy - and he delivered.
For the second straight game, Moore reminded everyone just how dangerous he can be when given the spotlight. His chemistry with Caleb Williams has taken a big leap forward, and it showed again in this win.
Moore made big catches in key moments and was every bit the No. 1 receiver the Bears need him to be. Whether it was finding soft spots in the Packers’ zone or making contested grabs in traffic, Moore was a difference-maker. He didn’t just rack up stats - he made plays that helped swing the momentum when the Bears needed it most.
No Picks, But the Defense Held Strong
The expectation was that Jordan Love, under pressure and without some key weapons, might cough up a couple of interceptions. That didn’t happen - at least not through the air. Love did go down with an injury during the game, and the Bears didn’t end up snagging a pick, but they still made life difficult for the Packers’ offense.
Nahshon Wright came up with a critical forced fumble, and perhaps more importantly, the defense clamped down in the red zone. Green Bay had to settle for field goals on multiple trips inside the 20, which proved to be the difference in a tight game. The Bears didn’t win the turnover battle in the traditional sense, but they won the situational battles - and that’s often what decides games in December.
Austin Booker Makes His Presence Felt
The stat sheet won’t tell the full story of Austin Booker’s night - but the film will. Officially, he finished with just half a sack.
But anyone watching saw a young pass rusher who was living in the backfield and forcing the Packers to adjust. Booker had two sacks wiped out by penalties, including a helmet-to-helmet hit that unfortunately knocked Jordan Love out of the game.
It was a physical, disruptive performance from the rookie edge rusher, who continues to build on what’s becoming a very promising stretch of play. With Montez Sweat drawing double teams, Booker is getting favorable matchups - and he’s starting to take advantage. The stat line may not pop, but his impact was undeniable.
Final Thoughts: A Statement Win in the Making
This wasn’t a pretty win, but it was a meaningful one. The Packers controlled the tempo early, but the Bears didn’t flinch.
Caleb Williams showed once again that he’s not afraid of the moment, D.J. Moore reasserted himself as a top-tier weapon, and the defense tightened when it mattered most.
This game won’t go down as a blowout or a clinic in efficiency - but it might go down as a turning point. A gritty, come-from-behind win over a division rival, led by a rookie quarterback and a rising defense? That’s the kind of performance that builds belief in a locker room and sends a message to the rest of the league.
The Bears are far from a finished product. But if this is what they look like in December, the future in Chicago just got a whole lot brighter.