Vikings’ Jordan Addison admits nervous moment watching Bears’ Caleb Williams in OT

The Minnesota Vikings earned a thrilling 30-27 overtime victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday, extending their winning streak to four games. However, for Vikings receiver Jordan Addison, the game brought some uncomfortable moments as he watched his former USC teammate and current Bears quarterback Caleb Williams orchestrate an impressive performance.

“He made me a little nervous,” Addison said after the game. “I’ve seen him do some crazy things, so I was crossing my fingers and hoping it went as planned.”

Williams, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, showcased his talent with a strong performance. He completed 32 of 47 passes for 340 yards, two touchdowns and no turnovers. The rookie quarterback nearly led the Bears to a dramatic victory, but Minnesota ultimately took over in overtime.

The Vikings appeared to take control in the third quarter after a muffed punt by Chicago return specialist DeAndre Carter. The mistake led to a Minnesota recovery and quick touchdown run capped by Aaron Jones’ 2-yard run, extending the lead to 24-10. But Chicago refused to back down, rallying with two fourth-quarter touchdowns and a game-tying field goal from Cairo Santos as regulation expired.

Vikings outlast Bears in OT on Sunday

In overtime, Williams and the Bears’ offense faltered, losing six yards in three plays and turning the ball over to Minnesota. The Vikings capitalized, driving 68 yards to set up a game-winning 29-yard field goal by John Parker Romo, who has been game-winning since joining the team in Week 10.

While Addison admitted to feeling anxious watching Williams, the receiver had every reason to be confident in his own performance. The rookie had a career day, catching eight passes for 162 yards and a touchdown. Alongside tight end TJ Hockenson, who had seven receptions for 114 yards, Addison was instrumental in Sam Darnold’s 330-yard, two-touchdown passing performance.

Addison’s familiarity with Williams from his time at USC added an emotional layer to the match. Despite the nervous moments, Addison expressed his admiration for his former quarterback. “Caleb is a great player and he’s going to continue to do great things in this league,” Addison said.

For the Bears, the loss was another chapter in a difficult season. Special teams mistakes – another blocked field goal and Carter’s muffled punt – once again proved costly. Despite Williams’ stellar performance, the Bears fell to 4-7, marking their fifth straight loss. Meanwhile, the Vikings improved to 9-2, solidifying their position atop the NFC North. With Addison and the offense firing on all cylinders, Minnesota continues to look like a team poised for a deep playoff run.