DJ Moore’s wife Raven Battle sends defiant message amid backlash on Bears WR’s overtime meltdown in 20-17 loss vs. Ram
Chicago, Illinois – January 20, 2026
The Chicago Bears’ season ended in heartbreak, but the fallout did not stop when the clock hit zero. After a 20–17 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Rams, criticism quickly centered on DJ Moore—and soon extended beyond the field.
In a game where the Bears fought until the final moments to force overtime, frustration spilled over at critical junctures. One emotional sequence involving Moore became the most dissected image of the loss, turning him into a focal point for blame in what was ultimately a collective defeat.

Amid the growing backlash, Moore’s wife, Raven Battle, publicly spoke out.
Her message did not target individuals or attack fans directly, but it carried a firm and emotional defense—emphasizing that a single moment cannot define an entire season or a player’s character.
“I won’t allow one isolated moment to define who my husband is or the commitment he’s shown all season long. He fought for this team, for this city, and for every opportunity all year. Losing is a team pain, not a burden to be placed on one person who poured his heart into this game.”
The message immediately sparked divided reactions. Some fans continued their criticism, while many former players and NFL analysts came to Battle’s defense, arguing that the narrative had gone too far by stripping one emotional moment of its full context.
Dj moore had a trip to Cabo already booked lmaoo wtf was he doing pic.twitter.com/wuFNHmhH21
— John (@iam_johnw) January 19, 2026
Inside Halas Hall, there has been no indication that the Bears plan to single Moore out. Team sources reiterated the same point Battle made publicly: the loss resulted from multiple overlapping factors—from situational execution to protection breakdowns and late-game decision-making.
Context matters. Moore finished the season as the offensive heartbeat of the Bears, consistently drawing defensive attention and creating opportunities for teammates. The playoff loss to Los Angeles Rams was decided by razor-thin margins—one play, one conversion, one decision.
Moore has not issued a public response. Teammates say the silence is intentional. “He doesn’t say much,” one Bears player said privately. “He’ll respond the only way he knows how—by playing.”
For the Chicago Bears, the offseason begins with difficult questions and narrow margins. For the Rams, it’s another step forward.
And for Raven Battle, the message was unmistakably clear: criticism may come with the game, but dignity and unity do not have to be surrendered after a loss.
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