Chicago Bears' loss to Saints

The Chicago Bears suffered a heartbreaking 18-15 loss to the Washington Commanders, marked by a last-minute Hail Mary touchdown that dropped their record to 4-3. After entering the bye with three consecutive wins, the team struggled throughout the game, particularly on offense, leading to criticism of offensive coordinator Shane Waldron's play-calling decisions. Tight end Cole Kmet described the loss as 'demoralizing,' emphasizing the need to focus on improving their process despite the setback. Caleb Williams, the rookie quarterback, faced significant challenges, showing poor performance for much of the game, which raised concerns about his development under the current coaching staff. The Bears' defensive lapses, particularly in the final moments, allowed the Commanders to capitalize on their mistakes. The team is now at a crossroads, needing to regroup and address their shortcomings to prevent the loss from snowballing into a lost season.