The Chicago Bears collapsed in a stunning defeat to the Vikings , and it came down to a single miscalculation that changed everything. After scoring a touchdown to cut the deficit to 27-24 , Bears head coach Ben Johnson revealed that the plan was simple . The kickoff was supposed to sail out of the end zone. However, the execution failed, and it derailed what could have been a stunning comeback in the Bears-Vikings showdown.

In explaining the decision, Ben Johnson said the idea was to force the Vikings into a long field. He believed that a touchback would set them up perfectly for one last shot at a win. Furthermore, Johnson explained that if the Bears’ defense had managed a quick stop, they would have regained possession with roughly 56 seconds left. He believed that was enough

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