PHILADELPHIA – The Chicago Bears just fell into the football abyss.
Whatever illusions the Bears (3-5) had of contending for a playoff spot likely vanished after 22-14 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.
The offense was hopeless early. The Bears didn’t pick up a first down until 45 seconds remained in the first half. Coach Matt Nagy’s offense gained 9 total net yards on 20 plays in the opening 30 minutes. Only two teams have been held to 10 or fewer yards in a half over the last three years -- the Bears on Sunday and the Chiefs in 2017 when Nagy held the title of offensive coordinator, per ESPN Stats and Information.