The Chicago Bears faced a challenging Thanksgiving game against the Detroit Lions, trailing 16-0 at halftime. However, Caleb Williams led a second-half surge, throwing three touchdowns and narrowing the gap to 20-7.

Despite a promising drive in the fourth quarter, the Bears' poor clock management and a series of penalties prevented them from tying the game. Coach Matt Eberflus faced criticism for not utilizing timeouts effectively, leading to a frustrating finish for Bears fans.