Eagles struggle offensively and defensively in 27-7 loss to Bears
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 6:55 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Chicago Bears 27-7 on September 28 at Soldier Field, struggling with both offense and defense. Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni admitted postgame that his decision-making, particularly a fourth-and-1 call, was a critical error. The Eagles' offense was hampered by three turnovers, including a red-zone interception. Quarterback Jalen Hurts, who returned after a concussion protocol delay, finished the game with 153 passing yards and one interception. Sirianni characterized the loss as a 'true team loss,' emphasizing accountability across the board.
- •Eagles held to just 7 points against the Bears on September 28.
- •Sirianni regrets fourth-and-1 decision in the third quarter.
- •Jalen Hurts returned mid-game and finished with 153 yards.
- •Eagles recorded three turnovers, leading to offensive struggles.
- •This marked the team's worst offensive EPA per drive in two seasons.
- 6:55 AMYahoo Sports — The Early Bird: Nick Sirianni’s fourth-down balk, Eagles defensive woes underscore a ‘true team loss’ to Bears
"CHICAGO — Nick Sirianni stood at the postgame podium and acknowledged the call he’d like to have back. The Eagles 27-7 loss to the Chicago Bears was full of emotion...
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