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Chicago Bears Insider

Monday, October 13, 2025

Good evening, Chicago.

Round 1 of Caleb Williams versus Jayden Daniels proved to be one of the most memorable endings in the NFL in 2024. Chicago Bears fans, of course, would like to forget Daniels’ 52-yard Hail Mary to win the game.

If Round 2 is half as wild, Monday night could be full of surprises.

The Bears (2-2) return to action against the Washington Commanders (3-2) on “Monday Night Football” at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. (7:15 p.m., ABC-7). Here’s what you need to know before kickoff.

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