Monday Night Football Season 18 Episode 14 Chicago Bears at San Francisco 49ers
- December 14, 1987
Chicago Bears at San Francisco 49ers: Monday Night Football season 18 episode 14
It's week 16 of the NFL season, and Monday Night Football is back with a match-up between the Chicago Bears and the San Francisco 49ers. Both teams have had their ups and downs this season, but with just two weeks left in the regular season, they are both still in the playoff hunt.
The Bears come into this game with a record of 8-6, sitting in second place in the NFC North. They've been playing good football lately, winning four of their last five games. Their offense has been led by running back Jordan Howard, who has rushed for over 1,000 yards this season, and a strong defense that has allowed just 18.2 points per game.
The 49ers have had a tough season, with a record of just 4-10. They've been hit hard by injuries, losing starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo for the season in week three. Despite their struggles, the 49ers have been playing better lately, winning three of their last four games. They'll be looking to end their season on a high note and build some momentum heading into next year.
The Bears' defense will be looking to shut down the 49ers' offense, which has struggled to put up points this season. The 49ers will need to rely on running back Matt Breida and backup quarterback Nick Mullens, who has played well in Garoppolo's absence.
On the other side of the ball, the 49ers' defense will need to slow down Howard and the Bears' rushing attack. Chicago will also be looking for quarterback Mitchell Trubisky to make some big plays in the passing game.
Monday Night Football is always a big event, and this game between the Bears and the 49ers should be no exception. With both teams looking to keep their playoff hopes alive, expect a competitive, hard-fought game between two teams that have a lot to prove.