Bears Games

Cincinnati Bengals at Chicago Bears – Week 2, 2021

Ron Johnson

  • Date: September 19, 2021
  • Location: Soldier Field (Chicago, IL)
  • Final Score: Bears 20, Bengals 17
  • Weather at Kickoff: 81°F (Sunny)
  • The Fit: Navy Jersey / White Pants
  • Vegas Line: Bears -1.5
  • Key Notes: In the home opener, Andy Dalton continued as the bears starting quarterback but exited with a knee injury. Justin Fields took over, managing a defense-heavy game. This win improved the team's all time performance at home at Soldier Field, as the defense intercepted Joe Burrow on three straight possessions.
  • Historical Context: Facing Zac Taylor, Matt Nagy’s head to head coaching records against the Bengals improved. The win briefly sparked hope for one of the most promising seasons, though injuries would soon take a toll.

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