Chicago Bears vs. Cleveland: Top Coldest Games in Soldier Field History
As the Chicago Bears prepare to take on the Cleveland Browns at Soldier Field, fans are gearing up for extreme weather conditions. Game-day temperatures are predicted to be in the single digits, with wind chills dropping to between -5 and -10 degrees. Head coach Ben Johnson remarked, “It’s Bear Weather.” Such conditions are not unusual for the Bears, who have faced some of the coldest games in NFL history at this iconic venue.
Coldest Games in Soldier Field History
Soldier Field has a reputation for its frigid temperatures, often referred to as “Bears Weather.” Here are some of the coldest games in the stadium’s history:
- December 19, 2004 – vs. Houston: 12°F, -7°F wind chill. The Bears lost 24-5 despite a hard battle.
- December 23, 1990 – vs. Tampa Bay: 11°F, -1°F wind chill. Bears overcame turnovers to win, 27-6.
- December 18, 2016 – vs. Green Bay: 11°F, -4°F wind chill. The Bears tied the game at the last moment but lost 30-27.
- December 11, 1977 – vs. Green Bay: 10°F, -3°F wind chill. Walter Payton shone with two touchdowns in a 14-10 victory.
- December 17, 1989 – vs. Green Bay: 10°F, -5°F wind chill. A close game ended with the Bears losing 40-28.
- December 24, 2022 – vs. Buffalo: 9°F, -12°F wind chill. Bears held a halftime lead but lost 35-13.
- December 9, 2013 – vs. Dallas: 8°F, -9°F wind chill. Josh McCown led the Bears to a 45-28 victory.
- January 10, 1988 – vs. Washington: 4°F, -12°F wind chill. This playoff game ended in a tragic 21-17 loss for the Bears.
- December 18, 1983 – vs. Green Bay: 3°F, -15°F wind chill. The Bears’ defense prevailed, eliminating the Packers from the playoffs.
- December 22, 2008 – vs. Green Bay: 2°F, -13°F wind chill. The Bears triumphed in overtime, winning 20-17.
Anticipation for Cold Game
As the Bears face off against the Browns this Sunday, players are excited to embrace the cold. The history of Soldier Field showcases their resilience in harsh conditions. Upcoming fans at the game will certainly experience the unique atmosphere that comes with “Bears Weather.”
