Bears beat Buccaneers 27-24 despite Williams' four interceptions

The Chicago Bears defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 27-24 on Sunday night despite committing five turnovers. Quarterback Caleb Williams threw a career-high four interceptions, including three in seven attempts during the second quarter. It was the first four-interception game of his NFL or college career.

Williams finished 22 of 37 for 279 yards, though the source text cuts off before stating his touchdown total. Baker Mayfield completed 18 of 32 passes for 243 yards with two interceptions. Bucky Irving rushed for 97 yards on 20 carries and scored two touchdowns.

“I don't get gun shy. That's not me. That's not my identity.”

Chicago led 24-16 before Tampa Bay tied the game at 24 with 2:51 remaining. Irving scored on a 6-yard run, and Mayfield converted the two-point attempt. Earlier, Rueben Bain Jr. forced a fumble from Luther Burden, which Ifeatu Melifonwu returned to the Bears 17-yard line.

With seconds left, Williams connected with Colston Loveland for a 38-yard reception to the Tampa Bay 35. After two kneel-downs, Cairo Santos drilled a 38-yard field goal as time expired. The crowd of 60,470 witnessed Chicago's first win with five-plus turnovers since December 3, 2006.

Williams said he would not get gun shy and would keep throwing. Coach Ben Johnson said the team did not play as well as it is capable but believes the best is yet to come. The Bears improved to 7-2, while the Buccaneers fell to 3-6.