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Chicago Bears Stun Packers With Historic Playoff Comeback
Bears overcome 21-3 halftime deficit to advance in NFC playoffs
Apr. 12, 2026 at 4:38pm by Ben Kaplan
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The Bears' historic playoff comeback against their rivals the Packers showcases the team's resilience and determination to overcome even the largest of deficits.San Francisco TodayThe Chicago Bears pulled off a stunning comeback against their longtime rivals, the Green Bay Packers, in the NFL playoffs. Down 21-3 at halftime, the Bears rallied in the second half, fueled by a dominant performance from quarterback Caleb Williams, to win 31-27 and advance to the next round of the postseason.
Why it matters
This comeback victory is a testament to the Bears' resilience and belief in themselves. After a disappointing first half, the team showed tremendous grit to battle back against a seasoned Packers squad that had made the playoffs six times in the last seven years. The win signals a potential changing of the guard in the NFC North and sets the Bears up for a deep playoff run.
The details
The Packers jumped out to a 21-3 lead in the first half, with their veteran offense and defense seemingly in control of the game. However, the Bears refused to give up, led by quarterback Caleb Williams' 184 passing yards in the fourth quarter. The Bears' defense also stepped up, allowing just six second-half points to the Packers' offense.
- The Bears trailed 21-3 at halftime.
- Caleb Williams threw for 184 passing yards in the fourth quarter to fuel the comeback.
- The Bears' 18-point comeback is the largest postseason come-from-behind win in franchise history.
The players
Caleb Williams
The Bears' starting quarterback, who threw for 184 crucial fourth-quarter passing yards to lead the comeback.
Ben Johnson
The Bears' head coach, who guided the team to this historic playoff victory.
Dennis Allen
The Bears' defensive coordinator, whose unit locked down the Packers in the second half.
What’s next
The Bears will host the winner of the Sunday or Monday NFC Divisional Round game in the next round of the playoffs.
The takeaway
The Bears' historic comeback against the Packers demonstrates the team's resilience and belief in themselves, signaling a potential shift in the balance of power in the NFC North. This win sets the stage for an exciting playoff run for the Bears, who have proven they can overcome even the largest of deficits.
