DJ Moore finally addressed the final play of the Bears’ loss to the Rams. His message was simple.
“Just a miscommunication.”
That was Moore’s explanation, shared via CHGO. It was the first time he spoke publicly about the play since the loss. Moore had stayed quiet in the days after the game, even as the clip was replayed and debated across the league.
The final play showed Moore and Caleb Williams on different pages. The pass went to a spot Moore did not attack, and the game ended. From the outside, it looked disjointed and perhaps a lack of effort. From Moore’s point of view, it was not about effort or focus. It was about communication breaking down in a critical moment.
That part is factual. Moore spoke. He used direct language. He did not assign blame. He did not expand beyond that explanation.
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What the Play Tells Us About the Bears Offense
This was not the first time the Bears struggled with late game execution. That context matters. Fans have seen similar moments pop up more than once, which is why frustration lingered after this loss.
Moore’s comment at least narrows the issue. A miscommunication suggests timing and alignment, not a lack of trust. That matters for a young offense still learning how to close games together.
The Bears are still building chemistry. Williams is adjusting to the speed and spacing of the NFL. Receivers are learning how he anticipates breaks and leverage. None of that excuses the outcome, but it does explain why mistakes show up late in tight games.
Why This Still Falls on the Bears to Fix
The Bears cannot keep pointing to miscommunication without showing progress. At some point, those moments define seasons like this one against the Rams.
The positive sign is that Moore and Williams appear aligned publicly. There was no finger pointing and no tension in the message. That suggests trust is still there, which is important for where this offense is headed.
But trust alone is not enough. The Bears need cleaner execution when the game is on the line. That comes from reps, coaching, and accountability. Those details must improve.
One lingering question remains. It is fair to wonder if DJ Moore will be back. If he is, the Bears will have the entire offseason to clean up these miscues and make sure moments like this stop deciding games.
