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The Chicago Bears faced a disappointing 30-16 defeat against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium, marking the end of their four-game winning streak. Despite an early lead, the Bears struggled offensively, with a crucial interception halting their comeback efforts. The Ravens capitalized on turnovers and maintained a strong performance throughout the game. Coach Ben Johnson acknowledged the Ravens’ physicality while highlighting the Bears’ need to regroup as they prepare for their next match against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Baltimore, Maryland – The Chicago Bears suffered a disappointing defeat against the Baltimore Ravens, concluding their four-game winning streak with a score of 30-16 at M&T Bank Stadium. Despite a promising start that had the Bears leading 6-0 after the first quarter, they were outscored 16-0 during the second and third periods, ultimately leading to their loss.
The game saw the Bears attempt a comeback in the fourth quarter. D’Andre Swift narrowed the Ravens’ lead to 16-13 with a 3-yard touchdown run with just over 12 minutes remaining. However, a crucial interception by Caleb Williams thwarted their momentum. Williams, who took over at the Bears’ own 4-yard line, was intercepted by Nate Wiggins, who returned the ball nine yards to the Chicago 9-yard line. The Ravens were quick to capitalize on this turnover, converting it into a touchdown through Tyler Huntley’s 10-yard pass to Charlie Kolar, pushing Baltimore’s lead to 23-13.
Tyler Huntley had a successful day, completing 17 of 22 passes for 186 yards, earning an impressive passer rating of 116.9, despite being sacked twice. The Bears’ Cairo Santos managed to keep the team within striking distance with a 47-yard field goal, bringing the score to 23-16 with 5:06 left in the game. However, the Ravens responded decisively with a 9-play, 66-yard drive that culminated in Derrick Henry’s second 2-yard touchdown run, extending the lead to 30-16 with just over two minutes left on the clock.
With this loss, the Bears dropped to a 4-3 record for the season. Coach Ben Johnson acknowledged the strong performance of the Ravens, highlighting their determination and physical style of play. The Bears face criticism for not forcing any turnovers against Baltimore despite having generated 15 takeaways during their four-game winning streak. Additionally, Chicago struggled with discipline, racking up 11 penalties for a total of 79 yards.
The Bears’ offense had a challenging outing, finding it difficult in the red zone, scoring only one touchdown on three red-zone trips. Caleb Williams connected on 25 of his 38 passes for 285 yards. Rome Odunze had a standout performance, recording seven receptions for 114 yards, while DJ Moore contributed with four catches totaling 73 yards. The defense allowed points on six of the Ravens’ seven possessions, which proved detrimental to their chances of victory.
The team also faced challenges in maintaining their defensive lineup, playing without three starting cornerbacks due to injuries. This unfortunately led to a makeshift secondary that struggled against the Ravens’ offense. Notably, Robert Smith, a former Bears draft pick, made a significant impact on the Ravens’ defense with a game-high 12 tackles.
Moving forward, the Bears will need to regroup quickly as they prepare to face the Cincinnati Bengals in their next game. The team is looking to reverse their fortunes and return to form after this setback against Baltimore.
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- Google Search: Bears Ravens Week 8 2025
- Chicago Sun-Times: Bears Doomed by Problems
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