The path to the ultimate prize has taken a sharp turn for Chicago Bears fans. If their team is to claim the coveted Super Bowl title, they'll have to navigate through Seattle first. The Seahawks' dominant display against the 49ers on Saturday night has set the stage for an NFC championship showdown on January 25.
With the Seahawks hosting the game at Lumen Field, it's either the Bears or Rams who will face their opponents in what promises to be a fiercely contested battle. What's interesting is that neither team has had the pleasure of playing the Seahawks this season β they'll have to rely on past encounters to gauge their chances.
Historically, both teams have shown themselves capable of outlasting Seattle. The Rams split two matches against the Seahawks this year, with one victory by a mere two points and another loss in overtime when the Seahawks secured the win via a two-point conversion. Meanwhile, the Bears have had limited success, losing to the Seahawks 6-3 in their last meeting on December 26 β Caleb Williams' 16-for-28 performance was largely overshadowed by an interception.
In a surprising twist, the Bears did manage to triumph over the Seahawks three years ago at Lumen Field on the exact same date, with Nick Foles at the helm. Will this precedent prove valuable for them in their upcoming showdown, or will the Seahawks' reigning form propel them to victory? Only time will tell.
With the Seahawks hosting the game at Lumen Field, it's either the Bears or Rams who will face their opponents in what promises to be a fiercely contested battle. What's interesting is that neither team has had the pleasure of playing the Seahawks this season β they'll have to rely on past encounters to gauge their chances.
Historically, both teams have shown themselves capable of outlasting Seattle. The Rams split two matches against the Seahawks this year, with one victory by a mere two points and another loss in overtime when the Seahawks secured the win via a two-point conversion. Meanwhile, the Bears have had limited success, losing to the Seahawks 6-3 in their last meeting on December 26 β Caleb Williams' 16-for-28 performance was largely overshadowed by an interception.
In a surprising twist, the Bears did manage to triumph over the Seahawks three years ago at Lumen Field on the exact same date, with Nick Foles at the helm. Will this precedent prove valuable for them in their upcoming showdown, or will the Seahawks' reigning form propel them to victory? Only time will tell.