The Chicago Bears are leaning fully into the moment for their Week 16 showdown, giving every fan in attendance a “4th Phase” towel to help turn Soldier Field into chaos against the Green Bay Packers.
This isn’t just a gimmick — it’s a statement. With the division on the line, the winner of this matchup will likely take full control of the NFC North, and the Bears are doing everything possible to create a playoff-level environment. Chicago is calling on the crowd to be the fourth phase of the game, bringing noise and energy from kickoff to the final whistle.
The move immediately draws comparisons to the Steelers iconic Terrible Towel — a symbol that turned crowd participation into a legitimate advantage. Chicago embracing its own version feels overdue, especially for a rivalry as big and historic as Bears-Packers.
There’s also a redemption angle here. The Bears have a chance to flip the script, defend home field, and win a game that often hasn’t gone their way in past seasons. Add the crowd, towels waving in unison, and division stakes, and Soldier Field should feel electric.
If the Bears are going to make a statement in Week 16, it won’t just be on the field. The atmosphere at Soldier Field is set to be a major part of the story and that’s exactly how it should be.
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