Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson has publicly apologized to his teammates for a critical mistake during the game against the Washington Commanders, where he turned his back to the play and celebrated with fans as the winning touchdown was scored.

Stevenson acknowledged the gravity of the situation, expressing regret for letting his teammates down and promising to learn from the experience. Coach Matt Eberflus indicated that any disciplinary actions would be handled internally, while teammates showed support for Stevenson, emphasizing the importance of focus and respect for the game.