Chicago Bears vs 49ers Match Player Stats: Full Match Breakdown (2012–2026)

The Bears and 49ers have met 10 times over the last 13 years. Some games were blowouts. Some were close. But every single one tells a story in the numbers.

You want the stats. We have them all — game by game, player trends, offense vs. defense, and what the data says going into their next matchup.

Let’s get into it.

Head-to-Head Record: Last 10 Games at a Glance

First, the big picture. The 49ers have won 6 of the last 10 games. The Bears have won 4.

But the score alone doesn’t tell you much. Look at the yardage gaps. In most of the 49ers’ wins, San Francisco outgained Chicago by 100+ yards. That’s not luck. That’s a talent edge that showed up on every drive.

Here’s the full record from all 10 games:

What These Numbers Tell You Right Away?

• The 49ers outgained the Bears in 8 out of 10 games in total offense.
• The Bears averaged just 265.1 yards per game in this series. The 49ers averaged 356.3.
• That’s a 91-yard gap per game. Over 60 minutes, that’s a massive edge.
• The Bears’ best offensive game? December 28, 2025 — 440 yards in a heartbreaking 38–42 loss.

Game-by-Game Breakdown: The Full Story Behind Each Score

Game 1 — November 19, 2012: Bears Fall 7–32 in San Francisco

This one wasn’t close. The Bears put up just 143 yards of offense. San Francisco rolled up 353 yards and made it look easy.

Chicago only converted 25% of third downs — meaning they went three-and-out on 3 out of every 4 third-down tries. You can’t win like that.

Key stat: 1 Bears touchdown. That’s it. The 49ers were in a different class that day.

Game 2 — September 14, 2014: Bears Win 28–20 in San Francisco

The Bears’ first win in this series. They scored 4 touchdowns — the most in any Bears win in this matchup.

Still, the 49ers outgained Chicago 359 to 216. The Bears won despite being outgained by 143 yards. That’s the kind of win that feels good but hides problems.

Key stat: 4 Bears TDs on just 216 yards. High efficiency on limited drives.

Game 3 — December 6, 2015: Bears Lose 20–26 at Home

A close one. The Bears actually outgained the 49ers — 364 yards vs. 291 yards — but still lost by 6.

This was the only game in the series where Chicago won the yardage battle and lost the scoreboard battle. Turnover damage and red zone failures can do that to you.

Key stat: Bears had 364 yards. Still lost. Points matter, not yards.

Game 4 — December 4, 2016: Bears Win 26–6 at Home

Chicago’s most one-sided win. The Bears held the 49ers to just 147 yards — the lowest total in the whole series.

The Bears racked up 326 yards and kept a clean game. 3 TDs, good third down rate (42.9%). Everything worked.

Key stat: 49ers held to 147 yards. Lowest SF yardage in the last 10 games.

Game 5 — December 3, 2017: Bears Lose 14–15 at Home

One point. That’s all that separated them.

The Bears only gained 147 yards — their second-worst total in this series. And yet, they nearly pulled it off. The 49ers had 388 yards but barely escaped.

Key stat: Bears lost by 1 point with only 147 yards of offense. Close, but not close enough.

Game 6 — December 23, 2018: Bears Win 14–9 in San Francisco

A defensive masterpiece. Chicago held San Francisco to just 9 points — a season-ending road win that showed the Bears’ defense at its best.

Both teams ran a grind-it-out style. Bears had 325 yards. The 49ers had 279. Chicago won the yardage battle and the scoreboard.

Key stat: Bears outgained SF in San Francisco. One of only 2 times that happened.

Game 7 — October 31, 2021: Bears Lose 22–33 at Home

Halloween wasn’t kind to Chicago. The 49ers showed up and put up 467 yards — the highest total by either team in this entire series.

The Bears actually gained 324 yards and scored 2 TDs, but they couldn’t keep up. SF’s offense was just too hot that day.

Key stat: 49ers’ season-high 467 yards in this matchup. The scariest number in the series.

Game 8 — September 11, 2022: Bears Win 19–10 at Home

Week 1 of the 2022 season. The Bears opened strong, holding the 49ers to 10 points at Soldier Field.

Only 204 yards of offense for Chicago — but they made it count. 3 TDs, good defense, clean game.

Key stat: Bears won with just 204 yards. Their defense did the heavy lifting.

Game 9 — December 8, 2024: Bears Lose 13–38 in San Francisco

One of the harder losses in the series. The 49ers put up 452 yards and 38 points. The Bears could only manage 162 yards — their second-lowest total in this series.

Caleb Williams, Chicago’s young QB, was under pressure all day. The Bears’ offense just couldn’t find its footing.

Key stat: Bears had just 162 yards. Only their 2012 performance (143 yards) was worse.

Game 10 — December 28, 2025: Bears Lose 38–42 in San Francisco

The most exciting game in this series — and the most gut-wrenching Bears loss.

Chicago put up 440 yards and 5 touchdowns. That’s more than enough to win most NFL games. But the 49ers responded with 496 yards and 42 points in a wild shootout.

Caleb Williams had his best game against SF. D’Andre Swift ran hard. But San Francisco’s offense matched every punch.

Key stat: Both teams combined for 936 yards and 80 points. The highest-scoring game in the entire series.

Key Player Stats Across the Series

The game logs show team totals, but players drive results. Here’s what we know about standout performances in this matchup over the years.

Bears Offensive Weapons

Caleb Williams — QB (2024–2025)

• In the 2024 game: limited by pressure, 162-yard team total
• In the 2025 game: led a 440-yard effort, threw for multiple TDs in a 38–42 loss
• His improvement year-over-year in this matchup is clear

D’Andre Swift — RB (2025)

• Key part of the 2025 offense that hit 440 yards
• Bears ranked 3rd in the NFL in rush yards per game (144.5) in 2025
• Swift ran for 1,087 yards total in 2025

Colston Loveland — TE (2025)

• Top receiver in 2025 with 713 receiving yards
• A new weapon SF had to account for

Bears 2025 Team Rankings

These numbers show who the Bears were heading into late 2025 games:

The Bears scored well in 2025. But their defense gave up too much. That 23rd rank in points allowed explains a lot of close losses.

Offense vs. Defense: Who Controls This Rivalry?

Here’s a key question: do the Bears win when they move the ball — or when they stop the 49ers?

The answer is clear from the data.

Bears Wins by Offensive Yards:

• 2014 Win: 216 yards (outgained by SF)
• 2016 Win: 326 yards (outgained SF)
• 2018 Win: 325 yards (outgained SF)
• 2022 Win: 204 yards (outgained by SF)

Chicago won 3 of their 4 games while being outgained. Their wins were built on defense and ball control — not big yardage days.

49ers Wins by Offensive Yards:

• 2012 Win: 353 yards (vs Bears’ 143)
• 2015 Win: 291 yards (vs Bears’ 364) — only SF win with fewer yards
• 2017 Win: 388 yards (vs Bears’ 147)
• 2021 Win: 467 yards (vs Bears’ 324)
• 2024 Win: 452 yards (vs Bears’ 162)
• 2025 Win: 496 yards (vs Bears’ 440)

San Francisco wins when they’re able to run their offense at full speed. In every big SF win, they gained 350+ yards. When they dipped below that, the Bears had a chance.

The formula for a Bears upset: Hold SF under 300 yards. Control the clock. Win third downs.

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3rd Down Performance: The Hidden Stat That Explains Everything

Third down conversion rate might be the most telling stat in this series.

Wait — the Bears had a 50% third-down rate in 2017 and still lost? And had a 53.3% rate in 2021 and lost by 11?

That proves that third down alone doesn’t decide these games. The 49ers are so good at scoring on offense that even when the Bears move the chains, SF can score faster.

The Bears’ average 3rd down rate across all 10 games: 42.7%. That’s actually not bad. But their defense gave up too much on the other side.

Home vs. Away: Does Location Matter?

Bears record at home: 2–3 (Wins: 2016, 2022 | Losses: 2015, 2017, 2021)

Bears record away (@ SF): 2–3 (Wins: 2014, 2018 | Losses: 2012, 2024, 2025)

Exactly the same. The Bears are 2–3 both home and away in this series. Location hasn’t been the deciding factor. Execution has.

What does matter is the era. Let’s look at that.

The Series Split by Era: Old-School vs. New-School Bears

2012–2018 (6 games): Bears 3, 49ers 3 — Dead Even

During this stretch, both teams went back and forth. The Bears were a playoff-caliber team for most of it. The 49ers had great years (2012) and down years (2016–2017). This era was balanced.

2021–2025 (4 games): Bears 1, 49ers 3 — 49ers in Control

Modern-era SF has been dominant. With Kyle Shanahan’s offense at full speed, San Francisco has outscored Chicago 123–88 in the last 4 games. The 49ers’ system is hard to stop — and the Bears have only figured it out once (2022 opener, 19–10).

The 2025 Bears, though, were the best Chicago team in years. That 11–6 record and NFC North title shows this is a team on the rise.

What Caleb Williams Needs to Do Next Time?

Young QBs tend to struggle against elite defenses early in their careers. Williams’ growth arc against SF shows it:

• 2024: Team gains 162 yards. Loss by 25.
• 2025: Team gains 440 yards. Loss by 4.

That’s a 278-yard improvement in one year. If Williams keeps growing at that rate, the Bears become a real threat against SF.

Three things Williams must improve:

• Red zone efficiency (the 2025 game had scoring drives stall inside the 20)
• Quick reads against SF’s zone coverages
• Clock management in shootout situations

Series Stats Summary: By the Numbers

Here’s everything you need in one place.

5 Trends That Will Shape the Next Bears vs. 49ers Game

If these two teams meet again — whether in the regular season or playoffs — here’s what to watch.

1. Bears’ rushing attack. Chicago ranked 3rd in the NFL in rush yards per game in 2025. If D’Andre Swift and the run game click, it slows down the 49ers’ defensive pressure on Williams.
2. SF’s yardage ceiling. When San Francisco gets above 400 yards, they’re 2–0 in this series. When they stay below 350, they’re 2–2. Contain SF’s weapons and the Bears win.
3. Red zone execution. The Bears scored 5 TDs in the 2025 game — their best ever. But they still lost. Scoring touchdowns (not field goals) in the red zone is non-negotiable.
4. Caleb Williams’ growth. He showed a massive leap from 2024 to 2025. Year 3 could mean he’s fully comfortable in Kyle Shanahan-style defensive schemes.
5. Home field. The Bears’ home record is the same as their away record in this series (2–3). But with a rebuilt Soldier Field atmosphere and a NFC North title in 2025, home games could shift in Chicago’s favor going forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who has the edge in the Bears vs. 49ers all-time series? The 49ers lead the all-time series by a wide margin, dating back decades. In the last 10 games alone, SF leads 6–4.

Q: What was the highest-scoring Bears vs. 49ers game? The December 28, 2025 game. Chicago scored 38, San Francisco scored 42. Both teams combined for 80 points and 936 yards. The Bears lost by just 4.

Q: What was the biggest Bears win over the 49ers? December 4, 2016. The Bears won 26–6 at home, holding San Francisco to just 147 yards — the lowest yardage total in the series for either team.

Q: What was the worst Bears loss to the 49ers? November 19, 2012. San Francisco beat Chicago 32–7 in a game where the Bears put up just 143 yards and 1 touchdown. SF had 353 yards that day.

Q: How does Caleb Williams perform against the 49ers? In his first game (2024), the Bears managed only 162 yards in a 13–38 loss. In 2025, Williams improved dramatically, leading the Bears to 440 yards — though they still lost 38–42. His trajectory is positive heading into future matchups.

Q: What is the Bears’ offensive average against the 49ers? Over the last 10 games, the Bears have averaged 265.1 yards per game. Their offense has outgained San Francisco in only 2 of those 10 games.

Q: What is the key stat that predicts Bears wins in this matchup? Defensive yards allowed. In all 4 Bears wins, San Francisco was held to 359 yards or fewer. In every 49ers win from 2021 onward, SF gained 388 yards or more.

Q: Did the Bears ever score 5 touchdowns against the 49ers? Yes — in the December 28, 2025 game. The Bears scored 5 TDs and 38 points, their highest output in the series. It still wasn’t enough in a 42–38 loss.

Q: How often do the Bears and 49ers play each other? These teams are in different conferences (NFC North vs. NFC West), so they meet based on the NFL’s rotation schedule — roughly every 3–4 years in the regular season, plus any postseason meetings.

Q: What was the Bears’ team record in 2025? The Bears went 11–6 in the 2025 regular season and won the NFC North division title — their best finish in years.

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