Minnesota Vikings Edge Out Chicago Bears in Thrilling Monday Night Football Clash, 27-24

The Minnesota Vikings secured a narrow 27-24 victory over the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football, earning their first win of the 2025 NFL season. In a hard-fought game, both teams displayed moments of offensive brilliance and defensive resilience, but it was the Vikings who ultimately triumphed with a late field goal.

Minnesota quarterback Kirk Cousins played a pivotal role, leading the Vikings with a key touchdown pass and managing the clock effectively in the closing moments. Despite a solid performance from Chicago’s Justin Fields, who connected with his receivers and ran the ball well, the Bears fell short in a game marked by turnovers and missed opportunities.

The Bears took an early lead in the game, capitalizing on a turnover to set up a touchdown. However, Minnesota responded with a series of drives that kept the game close throughout the night. Dalvin Cook made important contributions in the ground game, picking up crucial yardage and setting up several scoring opportunities for the Vikings.

Defensively, both teams struggled at times to contain big plays, but Minnesota's defense stepped up when it mattered most. Key stops in the red zone and a timely interception late in the fourth quarter kept the Vikings in the game.

As the clock wound down, Minnesota’s Greg Joseph converted a field goal attempt to seal the win. The Bears had one final chance to respond but were unable to get into scoring range as time expired.

The victory improves Minnesota’s record to 1-1, while the Bears fall to 0-2. Both teams will look to adjust their strategies as they prepare for their next matchups in the season.

Sources:  BBC Sport, ESPN, USA Today, NFL.com