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Lions Vs. Bears: Jay Cutler's 4th Quarter Touchdown Gives Chicago 24-20 Win

Detroit, MI (Sports Network) - Brandon Manumaleuna caught the game-winning touchdown pass in the fourth quarter as the Chicago Bears rallied for a 24-20 win over the Detroit Lions at Ford Field.

Jay Cutler went 21-for-26 with 234 yards and one touchdown while Matt Forte and Chester Taylor each ran for a score for the Bears (9-3), who have taken five straight and will remain a game ahead of Green Bay for the top spot in the NFC North as the Packers are currently dominating San Francisco late in the fourth.

Earl Bennett caught seven passes for 104 yards as Chicago improved to 5-1 on the road this season.

Drew Stanton, making the start courtesy of injuries to Matthew Stafford and Shaun Hill, had 178 yards and a score on 16-of-24 passing for the Lions (2-10), who have dropped five straight. Calvin Johnson caught three passes for 66 yards and a score in the loss.