Frequently Asked Questions
Did Aaron Rodgers play against the Bears in this game?
No, Aaron Rodgers did not play due to a fractured wrist he suffered against Cincinnati the previous week. Mason Rudolph started at quarterback for the Steelers instead.
What major injuries were the Bears dealing with going into this game?
The Bears were missing their entire starting linebacker corps (Tremaine Edmunds, T.J. Edwards, and Noah Sewell), plus their secondary has been devastated since Week 1. Starting left tackle Theo Benedet was also out, forcing rookie Ozzy Trapilo into his first career start.
What happened on Caleb Williams' fumble that led to a Steelers touchdown?
Williams was sacked by T.J. Watt on 2nd and 20 from the Bears' own 10-yard line and fumbled the ball. The Steelers recovered and scored a touchdown to take a 14-7 lead.
Who made the incredible interception for the Bears early in the game?
Nahshon Wright made an unbelievable interception on a fade pass intended for DK Metcalf, which the author called one of the plays of the year. The Bears turned that turnover into points with a touchdown pass to DJ Moore.
What was the halftime score of the Bears vs Steelers game?
The Steelers led 21-17 at halftime. The Bears narrowed the gap with a field goal after Luther Burden nearly scored on a screen pass before being chased down by Jalen Ramsey.
Dhruv Koul
I've covered the Chicago Bears and the NFL for over 10 years for SportsMockery. My background in Engineering and Tech gives me a more technical and analytical appreciation for football. I also bring my perspectives to football podcasts such as Halatek Hall and various others as a guest analyst.
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