The Windy City is still buzzing after the Chicago Bears once again found a way to pull out a close win, this time beating the Pittsburgh Steelers 31-28 in Week 12.
Bears head coach Ben Johnson met with the media the day after the win to share his final reflections on the game. Johnson praised the defensive performance, but there's one play he continues to bring up that he also mentioned after the Steelers matchup.
"Just really proud of the guys and fighting through and finding a way there at the end. I thought a number of players stood out.
"On defense, obviously, we had those linebackers step to the forefront and come through for us. Montez (Sweat) had a huge game and really impacted the outcome there. And then (Nahshon Wright's) interception was one of the most athletic plays and phenomenal catches I’ve seen in a long time."
Wright has left an impression on everyone
What a game it was for Wright, who continues to prove that he should not be on the bench. He jumped up and was able to get two feet inbounds with a first-quarter interception that helped lead the Bears on their first touchdown on offense the next drive.
Wright finished the game with six tackles, two pass deflections, and one interception. That interception was the fifth of the year for year, which ties his teammate, Kevin Byard III, for the most in the NFL.
While that one play was great, it was the overall performance of Wright that deserves praise. Tyrique Stevenson got hurt, so Wright became the CB1 with Nick McCloud moving to CB2. Wright proved he can cover the league's best receivers with his play.
There are some interesting decisions to make this week, with Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon close to returning, as they might be back for the Week 13 Philadelphia Eagles game. Depending on Stevenson's injury, it could mean Wright replaces him or that Wright is on the bench.
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Massive credit to Wright for making the Bears' life challenging on that decision, as he looks to be ready to have a big payday in the offseason for a team that needs a CB2. Chicago might have to put itself in the running with how valuable he has become.