Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson issued an apology on Sunday night for his lack of focus and awareness during the final moments of the game against the Washington Commanders. Stevenson was captured on video taunting the crowd just before the Commanders scored a Hail Mary touchdown to win the game 18-15. Despite tipping the ball up, it was caught by Washington wideout Noah Brown in the end zone.
Stevenson took to social media to express his regret, stating, “To Chicago and teammates my apologies for lack of awareness and focus. The game ain’t over until zeros hit the clock. Can’t take anything for granted. Notes taken, improvement will happen.” This incident marked the end of the Bears’ three-game winning streak.
Bears head coach Matt Eberflus addressed the team’s performance on the final play, emphasizing the importance of execution and attention to detail. He mentioned that they had practiced the play extensively but would need to review the execution to ensure better outcomes in the future. Eberflus acknowledged the team’s effort to battle back and have a chance to win the game, despite the disappointing result.
Prior to the Hail Mary play, the Bears faced several challenges, including a fumbled exchange between rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and offensive lineman Doug Kramer Jr. Williams struggled with his passing game, recording the fewest completions of his career to date. Despite the setbacks, Williams recognized the need to improve and make better decisions on the field.
Overall, the Bears’ loss to the Commanders highlighted the importance of maintaining focus and discipline until the final moments of the game. Stevenson’s apology and the team’s commitment to learning from the experience will be crucial as they strive for better performances in future games. The Bears will need to address their defensive strategies and offensive efficiency to bounce back from this defeat and continue their season on a positive note.
