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Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears Match Player Stats – Week 11 2025 Full Breakdown

Event/Match Date & Time: November 16, 2025 – Chicago Bears 19, Minnesota Vikings 17 (U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN; Kickoff: 1:00 PM ET)

The Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears match player stats from NFL Week 11 2025 delivered one of the most dramatic finishes of the season. The Chicago Bears rallied from a late deficit to win 19-17 on Cairo Santos’ 48-yard field goal as time expired, set up by Devin Duvernay’s stunning 56-yard kickoff return with under a minute left. The Bears improved to 7-3 and stayed in the NFC North hunt, while the Vikings fell to 4-6 and continued their inconsistent campaign.

This NFC North rivalry game featured a tale of two halves: Minnesota dominated early with field goals and a late touchdown drive, but Chicago’s defense forced turnovers and special teams heroics flipped the script. Caleb Williams struggled (16/32, 193 yds, 0 TD/0 INT), but D’Andre Swift’s ground work and Devin Duvernay’s return proved decisive.

Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings match player stats (reverse variation) highlight Chicago’s resilience and special teams edge in a comeback victory.

Quick Summary – Match at a Glance

  • Final Score: Chicago Bears 19 – Minnesota Vikings 17
  • Winning Drive: Duvernay 56-yard KO return → Santos 48-yard FG as time expires
  • Top Performers: D’Andre Swift (CHI) – 21 rushes, 90 yds; J.J. McCarthy (MIN) – 16/32, 150 yds, 1 TD, 2 INT
  • Key Stats: Bears +14 turnover margin season leader; Vikings late TD drive erased but special teams cost them
  • Turning Point: Duvernay’s return with 50 seconds left
  • Impact: Bears keep NFC North hopes alive; Vikings slide further in wildcard race

Official Box Score & Team Stats Comparison

Team Totals Table

Metric Chicago Bears Minnesota Vikings Edge
Total Net Yards 320 265 Bears
Passing Yards 193 150 Bears
Rushing Yards 127 115 Bears
First Downs 19 15 Bears
Time of Possession 36:59 23:01 Bears
Turnovers 0 2 Bears
Penalties (Yards) 6 (40) 2 (15) Vikings
Sacks Allowed 2 3 Vikings

Bears controlled the clock and avoided mistakes; Vikings efficient in limited time but turnover-prone.

Passing Stats Table

Player Team Comp/Att Yards TD INT Rating Notes
Caleb Williams Bears 16/32 193 0 0 ~78 Efficient but conservative
J.J. McCarthy Vikings 16/32 150 1 2 47.7 Struggled under pressure

Rushing Stats Table (Top Performers)

Player Team Att Yards Avg TD Long Notes
D’Andre Swift Bears 21 90 4.3 0 11 Workhorse back
Jordan Mason Vikings 15 68 4.5 0 19 Solid complementary role
Caleb Williams Bears 4 26 6.5 0 16 Designed runs

Receiving Stats Table (Top Targets)

Player Team Rec Yards Avg TD Long Notes
Cole Kmet Bears 5 85 17 0 Safety valve
Jordan Addison Vikings 1 15 Late TD catch

Quarter-by-Quarter Scoring & Momentum Shifts

Q1: Vikings 3 – Bears 0

  • Vikings open with FG after early drive stall.

Q2: Bears 10 – Vikings 0 (10-3 halftime)

  • Bears build rhythm with FG and TD (Monangai run).

Q3: Bears 6 – Vikings 0 (16-3 Bears)

  • Santos adds two FGs; Vikings defense holds but offense stalled.

Q4: Vikings 14 – Bears 3 (final 19-17 Bears)

  • McCarthy leads late TD drive (Addison 15-yard score) for 17-16 lead with 50 seconds left.
  • Duvernay 56-yard KO return sets up Santos game-winner.

Key Player Spotlights & Ratings

Chicago Bears Standouts

  • D’Andre Swift – Workhorse 21 carries for 90 yards; controlled clock late.
  • Devin Duvernay – Heroic 56-yard return; changed game in seconds.
  • Cairo Santos – 4/4 FGs including 48-yarder as time expired.
  • Kevin Byard – Interception; part of league-leading turnover margin.

Minnesota Vikings Standouts

  • J.J. McCarthy – Late-game poise; engineered go-ahead TD drive despite 2 INTs.
  • Jordan Addison – Clutch 15-yard TD reception late.
  • Jordan Mason – 68 rushing yards; reliable ground support.

Advanced Metrics & Efficiency Breakdown

Red Zone Efficiency

  • Bears: 1 TD in 3 trips (33%)
  • Vikings: 1 TD in 2 trips (50%)

Third Down Conversion

  • Bears: 7/14 (50%)
  • Vikings: 4/12 (33%)

Turnover Margin Season Context

Bears entered as NFL leader (+14 entering week); maintained edge despite no takeaways in this game.

Clutch Moments & Game-Changing Plays

  • Late 4th TD Drive (Vikings) – McCarthy to Addison for 15-yard score with 50 seconds left; appeared to steal win.
  • Duvernay Kickoff Return (Bears) – 56 yards to midfield; set up walk-off FG.
  • Santos 48-yard FG – As time expired; first game-winner of career in such scenario.

These moments defined the Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears match player stats.

Historical Rivalry Context – Vikings vs Bears

The NFC North classic has seen recent Bears resurgence in close games.

Season/Week Result Key Stat
2025 Week 11 Bears 19-17 Duvernay return game-winner
2025 Week 1 Vikings 27-24 McCarthy debut comeback
2024 Late Vikings win

Bears now own momentum in rivalry.

Looking Ahead – Playoff Implications & 2026 Outlook

Bears (7-3): Stay in wildcard hunt; defense leads league in takeaways.

Vikings (4-6): Must win out for slim playoff shot; McCarthy development key.

Both teams meet again in 2026 season – expect another tight NFC North battle.

FAQs

What was the final score of the most recent Vikings vs Bears game?

Chicago Bears 19, Minnesota Vikings 17 on November 16, 2025.

Who won the Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears Week 11 match?

Chicago Bears on a walk-off field goal.

Key performers in the Vikings vs Bears player stats?

D’Andre Swift (90 rush yds), Devin Duvernay (56-yd return), J.J. McCarthy (late TD drive).

How did the Bears win the game?

Devin Duvernay’s 56-yard kickoff return set up Cairo Santos’ game-winning 48-yard FG as time expired.

What were McCarthy’s passing stats vs Bears?

16/32, 150 yds, 1 TD, 2 INT.

Did the Vikings lead late?

Yes – took 17-16 lead with 50 seconds left before return/FG.

Where was the game played?

U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis (Vikings home).

Why were the Bears able to come back?

Turnover-free play, strong rushing (Swift), and special teams heroics.

Any notable injuries in the Vikings vs Bears match?

No major in-game; both teams relatively healthy.

When do Vikings and Bears play again?

Likely 2026 regular season (NFC North schedule).

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