Bears Icon Mike Ditka Blasts NBC Legend Cris Collinsworth's "Buying the Refs" Accusation in the 24–15 Win Over the Eagles – And the Reason Behind This Statement Has Bears Nation Exploding in Outrage.
Chicago, Illinois – December 2, 2025
The Chicago Bears secured a convincing 24–15 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, a pivotal game that reshaped the NFC playoff picture. But instead of celebrating Caleb Williams’ growth or a defense that continues to surge, the win was immediately dragged into controversy after NBC commentator Cris Collinsworth suggested the Bears were “suspiciously favored” by the officials.
On national television, Collinsworth dropped the eyebrow-raising line:
“They look like they bought the officiating crew tonight.”
One short sentence — and Bears Nation erupted in outrage. A fan base already sensitive to national media disrespect reached its boiling point.
And the voice that shook the NFL the most was none other than Mike Ditka, Super Bowl champion, Hall of Famer, and the most iconic figure in Bears history. Ditka rarely inserts himself into modern NFL drama… but this time, he refused to sit quietly.

Appearing on Chicago Sports Radio the next morning, Ditka spoke with the unmistakable fire and authority that defined his career. With zero hesitation, he delivered a message that echoed across the city:
“No one has the right to dissect our mistakes and then turn around and imply Chicago ‘bought the refs’ — that’s an insult to an entire working-class city. I’ve lived and fought for the Bears my whole life, and I know exactly what this uniform stands for. And anyone throwing out an accusation like that… better have the backbone to carry the weight of their own words.”
What made Bears fans even angrier was the revelation behind the scenes: several reports indicated that NBC producers had recently warned Collinsworth for lack of neutrality, especially in games involving the Eagles — a team he has openly praised excessively on broadcasts.
Even more damning for Collinsworth, official NFL data completely undercut his accusation:
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The Bears received fewer penalties than the Eagles (4 total).
Not a single call shifted the outcome of the game.
Chicago’s defense won the night with 3 sacks, 1 interception, and held the Eagles to just field goals in the second half.
Caleb Williams played turnover-free football and controlled the tempo from start to finish.
No favoritism. No hidden agenda.
Just a Bears team playing disciplined, physical, winning football.
The 24–15 victory reinforced Chicago’s identity — but the moment that truly electrified Bears Nation was seeing Mike Ditka step up once again, protecting the city and the franchise with the same ferocity he once brought to the sidelines.
For Chicago, it wasn’t just a win over the Eagles.
It was a reminder that Bears pride isn’t something anyone gets to casually attack.
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