Chicago Bears drop in week 3 power rankings after loss to Vikings

The Chicago Bears' power rankings have slipped following a disappointing performance against the Minnesota Vikings, where they lost 9-3 on September 20, 2026. Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has a hamstring injury but early reports suggest it is not serious. Backup Tyson Bagent is now expected to lead the offense moving forward, as head coach Ben Johnson remains optimistic about the team's ability to compete despite the setback. Addressing the challenges in the week 2 loss, Johnson highlighted poor execution and turnovers as significant factors.

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