Full Highlights: Vikings 27, Bears 24

The Minnesota Vikings faced the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on September 8, 2025, during Week 1 of the NFL season, securing a victory highlighted by several key plays from quarterback J.J. McCarthy and the team.

McCarthy had an outstanding performance, throwing three touchdown passes and also scoring a 14-yard rushing touchdown by maneuvering into the endzone. He connected with wide receiver Justin Jefferson for the Vikings' first touchdown of the season and later found Adam Thielen for a successful two-point conversion.

Additional offensive highlights included running back Aaron Jones catching a 27-yard lob from McCarthy to take the lead in the fourth quarter, while Jordan Mason contributed with runs of 19 and 18 yards, breaking into Bears territory.

Defensively, the Vikings made significant impacts, with nose tackle Javon Hargrave sacking Bears quarterback Caleb Williams for an 8-yard loss, and outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel deflecting a pass from Williams.

Special teams played a role as well, with kicker Will Reichard achieving a career-best 59-yard field goal. Hall of Famer Randy Moss, a Vikings legend, provided commentary on the ManningCast, accurately predicting a Justin Jefferson touchdown and discussing his career facing the Bears.