In this year’s compilation of the Bears’ top 10 plays, I sought to strike a delicate balance between the difficulty of execution and the impact on the team’s victories. Among the standout moments are four remarkable connections between Justin Fields and DJ Moore, resulting in three crucial touchdowns. The breakdown consists of six offensive plays and four defensive highlights, with Tyrique Stevenson securing two interceptions.
At number 10, Stevenson showcased his athleticism with a leaping interception of a Taylor Heinicke pass in zone coverage during a 37-17 victory over the Falcons at Soldier Field. Meanwhile,
at number 9, Jaylon Johnson demonstrated his anticipation skills by intercepting a Brian Hoyer pass, returning it 39 yards for a touchdown in a 30-12 win over the Raiders at Soldier Field.
In a game against the Lions on November 19, Fields stepped up in the pocket and delivered a flawless 39-yard touchdown pass to Moore, earning the eighth spot on the list. Defensive prowess takes the spotlight
at number 7, as Tremaine Edmunds scored his inaugural touchdown with a 45-yard interception return against the Browns.
The sixth play showcases Fields’ extraordinary agility as he escaped the grasp of two defenders, Bud Dupree and David Onyemata, scrambling for 13 yards on third-and-8 against the Falcons. Moving to the fifth spot, Moore executed a dazzling double
I have compiled my annual ranking of the Bears’ top 10 plays of the season, aiming to strike a balance between the difficulty of execution and the play’s significance in contributing to victories. Notably, the list features four remarkable connections between Justin Fields and DJ Moore, resulting in three touchdowns. The breakdown includes six offensive plays and four defensive highlights, with Tyrique Stevenson securing two interceptions.
Without further delay, here is the countdown of the top 10 plays:
(10) In a 37-17 victory over the Falcons at Soldier Field, Stevenson showcased his skills by leaping for an interception of a Taylor Heinicke pass in zone coverage.
(9) Jaylon Johnson intercepted a Brian Hoyer pass, returning it 39 yards for a touchdown in a 30-12 win over the Raiders at Soldier Field, by anticipating the play and intercepting the ball in front of Davante Adams.
(8) Facing the Lions on November 19 in Detroit, Fields displayed his prowess by stepping up in the pocket and delivering a flawless 39-yard touchdown pass to Moore, providing the Bears with a 20-14 lead.
(7) Tremaine Edmunds scored his inaugural touchdown with a 45-yard interception return against the Browns. T.J. Edwards delivered a crucial hit on receiver Cedric Tillman, causing a fumble that Edmunds intercepted and maneuvered into the end zone.
(6) Against the Falcons, Fields exhibited extraordinary agility, escaping the grasp of Bud Dupree and David Onyemata, scrambling for 13 yards on third-and-8.
(5) Moore executed a dazzling double move, leaping over cornerback Kendall Fuller to secure an 11-yard touchdown pass from Fields in a 40-20 victory over the Commanders.
(4) In a critical moment against the Browns, Stevenson made a sensational diving interception at the 1-yard line, returning the pick 34 yards after preventing a potential touchdown pass to David Njoku.
(3) Fields completed a clutch 36-yard pass to Moore on third-and-10, setting up Cairo Santos’ game-deciding 30-yard field goal with just 10 seconds remaining, securing a 12-10 win against the Vikings.
(2) Cole Kmet’s spectacular 18-yard touchdown reception, snatching a 50/50 pass from Tyson Bagent over Tyrann Mathieu, was a highlight in a game against the Saints.
(1) The top play saw Fields capitalizing on a free play, turning it into a 38-yard touchdown pass to Moore, breaking a 13-13 tie with the Lions in a 28-13 victory. Fields induced an offside penalty on Aiden Hutchinson and then delivered a precise TD pass to Moore late in the third quarter.
move, leaping over a cornerback to secure an 11-yard touchdown pass from Fields in a victory over the Commanders.
A critical moment against the Browns secured the fourth spot, with Stevenson making a sensational diving interception at the 1-yard line, preventing a potential touchdown pass to David Njoku and returning the pick 34 yards. In the third position, Fields completed a clutch 36-yard pass to Moore, setting up Cairo Santos’ game-deciding field goal in a tight contest against the Vikings.
Number 2 on the list features Cole Kmet’s spectacular 18-yard touchdown reception, snatching a 50/50 pass from Tyson Bagent over veteran safety Tyrann Mathieu in a game against the Saints. Finally, the top play saw Fields capitalizing on a free play, turning it into a 38-yard touchdown pass to Moore, breaking a tie with the Lions and securing a 28-13 victory. Fields induced an offside penalty on Aiden Hutchinson and delivered a precise TD pass to Moore late in the third quarter.