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Bears face tough test from Vikings defense ahead of Week 2 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 11:32 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Bears face tough test from Vikings defense ahead of Week 2 matchup

Summary

The Chicago Bears prepare for a challenging matchup against the Minnesota Vikings on September 19. After scoring 59 points against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1, the Bears' offense faces a revitalized Vikings defense, which limited the Green Bay Packers to only three points in the second half of last week’s game. Cris Carter, a former Vikings wideout, cautions that the Bears may struggle to replicate their scoring in the cooler weather. Meanwhile, former Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway highlighted the importance of containing quarterback Caleb Williams to prevent a repeat of Chicago's high-scoring performance.

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By the Numbers

•Bears scored 59 points in Week 1 against Panthers.
•Vikings defense improved in second half vs. Packers.
•Cris Carter warns Bears about replicating offensive success.
•Chad Greenway emphasizes need to contain Caleb Williams.

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11:32 AMYahoo Sports — Bears Get Strong Words From Cris Carter Before Vikings Game

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The Week 2 matchup between the Chicago Bears and the Minnesota Vikings will be a chess match between defensive coordinator Brian Flores and head coach Ben Johnson. Chicago is coming off putting up 59 points against the Carolina Panthers in their Week 1 win, while the Vikings’ defense woke up in the second half against […] The post Bears Get Strong Words From Cris Carter Before Vikings Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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