The Bears had a chance to cut the Vikings’ lead to 13-7 on D’Andre Swift’s 1-yard touchdown run midway through the third quarter. But offensive lineman Doug Kramer, playing fullback, failed to report ...

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones bursts up the middle for a 14-yard carry against the Chicago Bears. Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold looks off a Chicago Bears linebacker and ...

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge flies through untouched for a punt-block play. Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams finds his fellow rookie, wide receiver Rome Odunze for a ...

Denver’s defense played a major role, of course, but coaches and teammates say Nix’s demeanor is part of the equation, too.