Miami Dolphins and Chicago Bears Battle to a Stalemate at Soldier Field

The Miami Dolphins and the Chicago Bears faced off in an intense preseason opener at Soldier Field, ending in a 24-24 draw. Both teams showcased their strengths and weaknesses as they kicked off their 2025 campaigns. The Dolphins now stand at 0-0-1, while the Bears also hold a record of 0-0-1.

First Quarter

The game began with both teams testing each other's defenses. The Dolphins' quarterback Tua Tagovailoa demonstrated precision with an impressive completion rate of 83 percent on his passes, contributing significantly to Miami's early offensive efforts. However, it was Zach Wilson who made waves with his longest pass reaching 35 yards, setting up crucial plays for the Fins.

Second Quarter

As the second quarter unfolded, Miami's defense stepped up its game-changing plays against Da Bears. Grayson Murphy led the charge with a sack that resulted in a loss of nine yards for Chicago. Meanwhile, Patrick McMorris made a pivotal interception that halted one of Chicago's promising drives.

Third Quarter

In this period, Miami's rushing attack came alive as Ollie Gordon II powered through for one touchdown among his two first downs from three redzone attempts. Jaylen Wright added another touchdown to keep pressure on the Monsters of Midway’s defense.

Fourth Quarter

The final quarter saw both teams striving for dominance but ultimately settling into defensive standoffs. Jason Sanders kept Miami competitive by nailing all three extra points and hitting a field goal from an impressive distance of 56 yards—showcasing his reliability under pressure.

Despite several penalties totaling ten infractions against them resulting in lost yardage opportunities throughout this match-up—the Fins managed to force three fourth-down stops against Da Bears’ offense—a testament to their defensive resilience during critical moments when it mattered most!

As fans digest these thrilling performances from both sides during this preseason clash—attention turns towards what lies ahead: The next challenge awaits when Miami travels northward once more—to face Detroit Lions at Ford Field scheduled August sixteenth starting promptly one o'clock PM EDT where supporters can catch live action broadcasted across major sports networks nationwide!

Stay tuned—and don’t forget sharing insights about these unforgettable moments within your community today!