Bears quarterback Justin Fields suffered a hand injury on this sack by the Vikings’ Danielle Hunter in the third quarter.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields suffered a hand injury on this sack by the Vikings’ Danielle Hunter in the third quarter.

Three keys to the Vikings' 19-13 win over the Bears

October 15, 2023
The Vikings had Justin Fields under pressure from the first play as their defense made big plays.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) attempts a pass in the second quarter.

Gallery: Vikings hold on to beat Bears 19-13

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Podcast: Vikings defense steals Bears' chances while offense founders
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Podcast: Vikings defense steals Bears' chances while offense founders

October 16, 2023
Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer discuss the disruptive pass rush and lackluster offense in the Vikings' 19-13 win at Soldier Field in this episode of the Access Vikings podcast.
Receiver Jordan Addison couldn’t hang on to this Kirk Cousins pass as the Vikings struggled to make big plays in the passing game without Justin Jef

Without Jefferson, Vikings offense found all kinds of ways to struggle

October 16, 2023
Among of array of subpar statistics, this one stands out: The Vikings converted just two of 13 third-down attempts against one of the worst third-down defenses in the NFL.
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) is sacked by Danielle Hunter (99) of the Minnesota Vikings in the third quarter Sunday, October 15, 2023,

Injuries smack Vikings, Bears; Risner finally makes offensive line debut

October 16, 2023
Bears quarterback Justin Fields went to the sideline because of an injured right hand after being sacked by Danielle Hunter. and the Vikings suffered injuries on both sides of the ball.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) attempts a pass in the second quarter Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill. ] CAR

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October 16, 2023
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