News - Bears Still Aiming for NFC's Top Seed Despite Loss

Despite a tough loss to the San Francisco 49ers, the Chicago Bears remain in contention for a top playoff seeding. Their current standing places them at second in the NFC, locked in a tiebreaker with the Philadelphia Eagles, whom they defeated earlier in the season. However, any hopes for the Bears to secure the coveted No. 1 seed hinge on a few critical outcomes in the remaining regular-season weeks. The Seattle Seahawks, leading at 13-3, must falter against the 49ers next week for the Bears to potentially leapfrog them, provided Chicago wins their game against the Detroit Lions. With a secured NFC North title thanks to a decisive Green Bay Packers’ loss to the Baltimore Ravens, the Bears are focused on solidifying their playoff position. Green Bay, although out of division contention, will enter the playoffs as a No. 7 seed. As Week 17 progresses, Chicago's playoff scenarios will depend heavily on not only their performance but also on the outcomes of key matchups involving the Eagles and Seahawks. The playoff picture remains fluid, promising an exciting finish to the regular season for Bears fans.