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Bears defeat Seahawks 34-17 with strong start and defence
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Bears defeat Seahawks 34-17 with strong start and defence

Caleb Williams opened the scoring with a touchdown pass on the first drive as the Chicago Bears secured a 34-17 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Monday night. Defensive efforts led by Jeffery Simmons played a key role in the Bears' victory at Seattle.

The win improves the Bears' record to six wins and two losses from eight NFL games, placing them fifth in the league standings. Their recent form includes four wins in the last five matches, reflecting a positive run in the National Football Conference North division.

Seattle, competing in the NFC West, now have four wins and four losses after this defeat, ranking eighth. Their form has been inconsistent, with two wins and three losses in the last five games.

The Bears will next host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on 9 November, aiming to build on their current momentum. Meanwhile, the Seahawks will look to recover from this loss as they continue their NFL campaign.

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