In a very close matchup, the Philadelphia Eagles and the Chicago Bears faced off on Black Friday, and the result had a significant impact on the 2025 NFL playoff picture.

Week 13 of the 2025 season brought something different. Along with the traditional Thanksgiving games, the NFL continued its now-annual Black Friday matchup — this year featuring the Bears and the Eagles as the main attraction.

The duel was tight from start to finish, but Chicago ultimately stunned Philadelphia to secure a crucial win. With that result, several things have shifted in the playoff race.

NFC standings after Eagles vs. Bears

With Chicago’s road victory over Philly, the Bears improved to 9–3, while the Eagles dropped to 8–4. Both teams entered the game with the same record, though Philadelphia held the No.

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