It's been one year since Chicago Bears fans were stunned to see their 4-2 team lose to the Washington Commanders at the last second that sparked the beginning of a miserable 10-game losing streak.
The Bears had a 15-12 lead as the Commanders were down to their last breath when a scrambling Jayden Daniels was able to launch the ball into the end zone for it to tip up in the air and get caught by Noah Brown for the game-winner. 18-15, Commanders win, Bears lose.
Chicago's misery didn't end there. After the game, fans saw a video of Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson waving at fans before and during the Hail Mary. Stevenson was still able to get there on time to help, but the damage was done.
A reputation ruined. Now, the punch line of every joke outside of Chicago. Inside the Windy City, there was anger and disappointment.
Stevenson spoke with the Bears media on Wednesday about that moment after the game and how he felt.
"It was hard. It hurt my feelings," Stevenson said via CHGO. "That's the best way I can explain it, just hurt my feelings, being a football player and having one of those mistakes that's going to linger around. Even when my son grows up, I'm going to have to explain that to him. So, definitely hurt, but use it as fuel."
Stevenson has turned things around since for the Bears
It hasn't always been perfect for Stevenson, but to his credit, he grew from that moment. He became a more mature player and a baller on the field.
In their last game against the Las Vegas Raiders, he grabbed an interception and was one of two Bears on the team with a PFF coverage grade of over 90, along with safety Kevin Byard. Really, the last two games have been great for Stevenson, and he has had a lot put on his shoulders.
Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon have been dealing with injuries, so Stevenson has been CB1. He wasn't great in the first two weeks, but he has gotten back on track and is now playing at an elite level.
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While Bears head coach Ben Johnson doesn't have revenge on his mind against the Commanders on Monday night, Stevenson is a different story. This game might mean more to him than any other game this season. It's his opportunity to at least ease the painful memory by helping his team win.