The Seattle Seahawks edged past the Chicago Bears 6-3 in a tightly contested game at Soldier Field on December 26, 2024. The low-scoring affair, played under mostly cloudy skies at 47°F, was a showcase of defensive dominance and special teams efficiency. Both teams failed to find the end zone, relying solely on field goals to put points on the board. Jason Myers’ two successful kicks from 27 and 50 yards proved decisive for the Seahawks, while Cairo Santos managed a single 42-yard field goal for the Bears.
Seattle started the game strongly, with quarterback Geno Smith orchestrating an efficient opening drive that spanned 11 plays and 71 yards. Key contributions came from running back Zach Charbonnet, who rushed for 24 yards, and tight end Noah Fant, who added a crucial 15-yard reception. Myers capped the drive with a 27-yard field goal, giving the Seahawks an early 3-0 lead. The Bears responded in the second quarter with a sustained 13-play drive led by quarterback Caleb Williams and running back D’Andre Swift. A 24-yard pass to Swift was the highlight of the series, setting up Santos’ 42-yard field goal to level the score. However, Seattle reclaimed the lead late in the half when Myers drilled a 50-yarder after a methodical 8-play, 38-yard drive.
The second half turned into a defensive struggle, with neither team able to generate consistent offensive momentum. The Seahawks’ defensive line, led by Uchenna Nwosu and Dre’Mont Jones, applied relentless pressure on Caleb Williams, sacking him multiple times and forcing hurried throws. On the other side, the Bears’ defense, featuring standout performances from Montez Sweat and Kyler Gordon, managed to disrupt Seattle’s rhythm but couldn’t capitalize offensively. Both teams punted frequently as drives fizzled out due to sacks, penalties, and tight coverage.
The game’s defining moment came in the closing seconds of the fourth quarter. Trailing 6-3, the Bears mounted a last-ditch drive, but Tariq Woolen intercepted Williams’ deep pass intended for D.J. Moore, sealing the Seahawks’ victory. Despite a valiant effort, Chicago’s offensive inefficiency, including a 33% third-down conversion rate and seven sacks allowed, proved costly.
Statistically, Seattle’s Geno Smith completed 17 of 23 passes for 160 yards, while Charbonnet led the ground game with 57 yards on 15 carries. Noah Fant and DK Metcalf combined for 85 receiving yards. For Chicago, Williams threw for 122 yards but struggled with accuracy and protection. Swift added 53 rushing yards, and Moore was the leading receiver with 54 yards.
This game underscored the Seahawks’ ability to win in tough conditions, relying on disciplined defense and special teams. For the Bears, it was a missed opportunity, with their offensive line and execution under pressure falling short. Myers’ clutch field goals and Woolen’s game-sealing interception were the highlights of a gritty battle that kept fans on edge until the final whistle.
