Vikings Rally For 27-24 Win Over Bears In Season Opener

The Chicago Bears suffered a disappointing 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in their 2025 season opener, despite holding a 17-6 lead in the fourth quarter. Rookie Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy led a dramatic comeback with three fourth-quarter touchdowns, becoming the first NFL QB since 1985 to win a debut after trailing by 10 or more points. Bears quarterback Caleb Williams showed flashes of promise with a rushing touchdown and a passing score but struggled under pressure, compounded by key defensive backs missing due to injury and criticism of offensive guard Jonah Jackson for mental errors. The Bears' late-game decision to attempt a touchback instead of kicking the ball out of bounds contributed to their inability to stop the clock and mount a final comeback, drawing widespread fan frustration and boos at Soldier Field. New head coach Ben Johnson’s debut was marred by the collapse, leaving fans restless as they hope for more consistent performance from the offense and better game management going forward. Social media reactions highlighted dissatisfaction with the team's late-game mismanagement and calls for improvement in execution.