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Bear Essentials: Week 5 Takeaways, Bears Fall Flat at Lambeau

For the first time since the home opener, the Chicago Bears looked like a team playing without its quarterback. The Bears walked into Lambeau Field as a rare road favorite, riding a three-game win streak and a run game that…

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 12:32 AM
Bear Essentials: Week 5 Takeaways, Bears Fall Flat at Lambeau
Key Things to Know
  • The Green Bay Packers defeated the Chicago Bears 31-7 at Lambeau Field in Week 5.
  • The Bears committed five turnovers and dropped to 3-2 on the season and 0-2 in division play.
  • Packers quarterback Jordan Love threw for 367 yards and two touchdowns, both to receiver Christian Watson.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Chicago Bears suffered a 31-7 defeat against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field in Week 5. The loss snapped Chicago's three-game winning streak and dropped them to 3-2 overall and 0-2 in the NFC North. Green Bay dominated as Jordan Love threw for 367 yards and two touchdowns, while Chicago struggled with five turnovers and managed just 81 rushing yards.

Bears starting quarterback Tyson Bagent was benched for Case Keenum after throwing two interceptions. Green Bay capitalized with Christian Watson catching six passes for 143 yards and two touchdowns. On Tap Sports Net criticized head coach Ben Johnson's game plan, while noting Chicago also suffered multiple injuries on defense, including linebacker T.J. Edwards.

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