The season got off to a great start with wins over the Detroit Lions, New York Giants, and Atlanta Falcons. Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky showed signs of improvement and the defense, led by Khalil Mack, was dominant. However, things quickly turned sour as the Bears lost six games in a row, including heartbreakers to the New Orleans Saints and Green Bay Packers.
During this losing streak, Trubisky was benched in favor of journeyman quarterback Nick Foles. While Foles had his moments, he also struggled to get the offense moving consistently. The defense continued to play well, but they couldn’t overcome the lack of production from the offense.
Despite the losing streak, the Bears managed to turn things around and win three out of their final four games. Two of those wins came against division rivals, the Minnesota Vikings and the Packers. The victory over Green Bay was especially sweet, as it clinched a playoff spot for the Bears.
In the playoffs, the Bears faced off against the New Orleans Saints in the wild card round. While the defense played well, the offense couldn’t get anything going and the game ended in a 21-9 loss. It was a disappointing end to a season that had its share of highs and lows.
Looking ahead to 2021, the Bears have some important decisions to make. They need to figure out their quarterback situation, as neither Trubisky nor Foles seem like long-term solutions. There are rumors that the team may pursue a trade for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, but nothing is set in stone.
The Bears also have some key players who are set to become free agents, including wide receiver Allen Robinson and defensive lineman Roy Robertson-Harris. Robinson in particular would be a big loss for the Bears, as he’s been one of their most consistent offensive weapons over the past few seasons.
Overall, the 2020 Chicago Bears season was a mixed bag. There were some high points, but also plenty of low points. The team showed resilience in bouncing back from their losing streak and making the playoffs, but ultimately fell short in their quest for a championship. With some important decisions to make this offseason, it’ll be interesting to see what direction the Bears choose to take moving forward.