Bears Stun Eagles in 27–7 Monday Night Football Upset
The Chicago Bears defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 27–7 on Monday Night Football at Soldier Field, using a dominant second half and three takeaways to hand Philadelphia its first loss of the season.
Third-string quarterback Case Keenum delivered one of the biggest stories of the night. Starting because of injuries to Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent’s limited preparation, Keenum completed 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for a score.
Chicago’s defense forced three turnovers, and Philadelphia failed to score after halftime as the Bears controlled possession and pulled away from a 10–7 halftime game.
Bears vs. Eagles Final Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bears | 7 | 3 | 10 | 7 | 27 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Game Details
- Match: Chicago Bears vs. Philadelphia Eagles
- Competition: NFL regular season, Week 3
- Date: Monday, September 28, 2026
- Venue: Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois
- Final Score: Bears 27, Eagles 7
- Bears Record: 2–1
- Eagles Record: 2–1
First Half: Chicago Starts Fast, Philadelphia Answers
Chicago opened the game with an 11-play, 66-yard drive that ended with an 8-yard touchdown pass to Luther Burden III.
The Bears had another opportunity after a Tank Bigsby fumble gave them possession at the Philadelphia 15-yard line. However, a Colston Loveland touchdown was overturned following a replay review, and Keenum’s fourth-down pass from the 3-yard line fell incomplete.
Philadelphia responded with a long 12-play, 95-yard drive but could not turn the possession into points.
Chicago extended its lead to 10–0 when Cairo Santos converted a 29-yard field goal.
The Eagles finally got on the scoreboard on the final play of the first half. Jalen Hurts scored on a 1-yard quarterback sneak, cutting the deficit to 10–7.
Keenum went into halftime having completed 15 of 21 passes for 149 yards.
Second Half: Bears Pull Away
The game changed quickly after halftime.
Philadelphia opened the third quarter with a three-and-out, and Chicago converted the possession into another Santos field goal, this time from 48 yards, to make it 13–7.
The Eagles went three-and-out again on their next possession.
Chicago then needed only five plays to travel 71 yards. Keenum found Kalif Raymond across the middle, and Raymond broke free for a 41-yard touchdown after a coverage breakdown in the Philadelphia secondary.
The score put Chicago ahead 20–7, and Philadelphia never recovered.
Fourth Quarter: Chicago Closes It Out
The Bears continued to control the clock in the final quarter.
Chicago put together a 13-play, 58-yard drive that consumed 8:04. Keenum finished the possession with a 1-yard quarterback sneak for his rushing touchdown.
The extended drive left Philadelphia facing a 20-point deficit with roughly seven minutes remaining.
The Eagles could not produce another scoring drive, allowing Chicago to close out a convincing 27–7 victory.
Case Keenum Leads Chicago’s Offense
Keenum was the central figure in the Bears’ offensive performance.
The veteran quarterback finished:
- 24-of-34 passing
- 247 passing yards
- 2 passing touchdowns
- 1 rushing touchdown
- 0 interceptions
- 0 sacks
Chicago’s offensive approach emphasized quick throws and play-action, while the offensive line kept Keenum clean throughout the game.
He contributed to all three of Chicago’s touchdowns and provided the stability the Bears needed while Caleb Williams was unavailable.
Kalif Raymond Provides the Big Play
Kalif Raymond was Chicago’s leading receiver, finishing with six receptions for 90 yards and a touchdown.
His 41-yard touchdown reception in the third quarter was the game’s biggest offensive play and turned a 13–7 contest into a 20–7 Bears advantage.
That score came immediately after Philadelphia’s second consecutive three-and-out of the second half.
D’Andre Swift Helps Control the Clock
D’Andre Swift carried the ball 20 times for 84 yards.
While Chicago’s running game did not produce the type of explosive performance the Bears had against Philadelphia in November 2025, Swift’s workload helped Chicago maintain possession and keep the Eagles’ offense on the sideline.
The Bears finished with 35 rushing attempts and controlled the ball for nearly 37 minutes.
Jalen Hurts and the Eagles Struggle After Halftime
Jalen Hurts completed 16 of 25 passes for 153 yards and an interception. He also scored Philadelphia’s only touchdown on a 1-yard rushing play just before halftime.
Hurts was sacked twice and was briefly forced out of the game. Andy Dalton entered in relief and threw an interception in the end zone.
DeVonta Smith led Philadelphia’s receiving group with six catches for 65 yards.
Saquon Barkley Produces on Limited Carries
Saquon Barkley averaged 5.5 yards per carry, gaining 82 yards on 15 rushing attempts.
Philadelphia’s rushing efficiency was not the primary problem. The Eagles averaged 5.6 yards per rush as a team but attempted only 19 rushing plays.
Chicago, meanwhile, ran the ball 35 times and finished with significantly more total offensive plays.
Bears vs. Eagles Key Team Stats
| Stat | Bears | Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Total yards | 375 | 248 |
| Net passing yards | 247 | 141 |
| Rushing yards | 128 | 107 |
| Yards per play | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| First downs | 24 | 14 |
| Third downs | 5/13 | 2/9 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 3 |
| Penalties | 5–45 | 10–61 |
| Time of possession | 36:53 | 23:07 |
| Total plays | 69 | 47 |
Why the Bears Won
The final yardage numbers tell only part of the story. Chicago’s advantage came from several important areas.
More Offensive Possessions and Plays
The Bears ran 69 offensive plays, compared with 47 for Philadelphia.
That 22-play difference helped Chicago accumulate 24 first downs and maintain possession for nearly 37 minutes.
Turnover Battle
Chicago protected the football throughout the game.
The Bears committed zero turnovers, while Philadelphia turned the ball over three times.
Those extra possessions gave Chicago additional opportunities to build its lead.
Third-Down Efficiency
Chicago converted 5 of 13 third-down attempts, while Philadelphia converted only 2 of 9.
The Bears also stopped the Eagles on both of their fourth-down attempts.
Red-Zone Opportunities
Chicago did leave some points on the field.
The Bears finished 2-for-5 in the red zone, meaning the final margin could have been even larger if they had converted more of their scoring opportunities.
Turning Point of the Game
The decisive stretch came early in the second half.
Philadelphia entered halftime trailing only 10–7 after Hurts’ touchdown. But the Eagles opened the third quarter with a three-and-out.
Chicago turned that possession into a field goal.
Philadelphia then went three-and-out again, and the Bears responded with a five-play, 71-yard touchdown drive capped by Raymond’s 41-yard reception.
In roughly four and a half minutes of game time, Chicago transformed a three-point game into a 20–7 advantage.
Philadelphia never scored again.
What the Result Means for the Bears
The victory moves Chicago to 2–1 after a difficult Week 2 loss to Minnesota.
The Bears will now face questions about their quarterback situation while Caleb Williams recovers from his hamstring injury. Williams is expected to miss roughly three to four weeks, according to the information available before publication.
Keenum’s performance gives Chicago another option while Williams is sidelined, although one strong game does not by itself determine the team’s longer-term quarterback plans.
What the Result Means for the Eagles
Philadelphia falls to 2–1 after opening the season with two victories.
The 7-point performance was the Eagles’ lowest-scoring outing of the season after they had scored 24 points in each of their first two games.
Philadelphia will look to respond at home in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Rams.
What’s Next?
Chicago Bears
The Bears will host the New York Jets on Sunday, October 4, at 1:00 p.m. ET.
Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles will host the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, October 4, at 1:00 p.m. ET.
Bears vs. Eagles FAQs
Who won Bears vs. Eagles?
The Chicago Bears defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 27–7 on Monday Night Football.
What was the final score?
The Bears won 27–7. Chicago scored 7 points in the first quarter, 3 in the second, 10 in the third and 7 in the fourth.
Where was Bears vs. Eagles played?
The game was played at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois.
Who was the standout player?
Bears quarterback Case Keenum was central to the victory, completing 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for a score.
How many turnovers did the Eagles have?
Philadelphia committed three turnovers, while Chicago had none.
When do the Bears play next?
Chicago hosts the New York Jets on Sunday, October 4, at 1:00 p.m. ET.
When do the Eagles play next?
Philadelphia hosts the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, October 4, at 1:00 p.m. ET.
Final Takeaway
The Bears turned a close first half into a decisive victory by controlling possession, protecting the football and capitalizing on Philadelphia’s mistakes.
Keenum provided the headline performance, but Chicago’s overall team execution was the bigger factor. The Bears ran 22 more offensive plays, held the ball for nearly 14 additional minutes and forced three turnovers.
For Philadelphia, the challenge now is to correct the mistakes from a second half in which the offense failed to score while the defense allowed Chicago to pull away.
Final: Chicago Bears 27, Philadelphia Eagles 7.
