Bengals Lose 47-42 to Bears After Defensive Breakdown in Final Minute

The Cincinnati Bengals suffered a heartbreaking 47-42 loss to the Chicago Bears, marked by a late defensive collapse that allowed a game-winning touchdown. Bengals running back Chase Brown and wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase openly criticized the defense for failing to make a crucial stop in the final moments, with Chase notably shouting "One f---ing stop" as he headed to the locker room. Despite a strong offensive comeback led by Joe Flacco, who threw for a career-high 470 yards, the defense's inability to contain Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who threw a 58-yard touchdown to Colston Loveland, sealed the loss. The Bengals have lost six of seven games without star quarterback Joe Burrow and allowed over 500 yards of offense in consecutive losses, raising serious concerns about their playoff prospects. Head coach Zac Taylor acknowledged the defensive struggles, pledging to continue working on improvements. With the team now 3-6 and facing a playoff uphill battle, frustration is mounting among players and fans alike, and the approaching trade deadline adds further uncertainty to the Bengals' season.