Bears advance to Divisional Round on Alex Bregman day

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Bears advance to Divisional Round on Alex Bregman day

Allan Binoy, ClutchPoints · ClutchPoints

Sun, Jan 11, 2026 ·

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If you needed a pulse check on the city of Chicago, Saturday night likely broke the machine. In a matter of hours, the Windy City witnessed a historic NFL playoff comeback and a massive MLB blockbuster, turning January 10, 2026, into a day for the history books.

First, the Chicago Bears stunned the football world. Down 18 points at halftime to the Green Bay Packers , the season looked dead in the water. But Caleb Williams refused to go quietly.

The rookie quarterback orchestrated a wild 25-point fourth quarter, throwing for 361 yards and capping the night with a game-winning 25-yard touchdown to DJ Moore . The 31-27 victory at Soldier Field doesn't just exercise demons against a bitter rival; it punches Chicago's ticket to the Divisional Round.

While the city was still hyperventilating from the win, the Chicago Cubs decided to crash the party. The North Siders reportedly agreed to terms with star third baseman Alex Bregman on a massive contract. Reports indicate the deal is worth $175 million , instantly injecting championship pedigree into Craig Counsell's lineup.

Bregman, a two-time World Series champion, brings the exact veteran presence and offensive firepower the Cubs have been hunting. Pairing news of his arrival with the Bears' first playoff win of the Caleb Williams era created a euphoria rarely seen in this sports-crazed town.

The Bears now prepare to host their next opponent with Super Bowl dreams suddenly looking vivid. Meanwhile, the Cubs have signaled they are all-in for 2026. Saturday wasn't just a good night for Chicago fans, it's one they will remember for ages.

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