The rivalry between the Chicago Bears and Davante Adams just got a fresh spark. In a recent interview, the star wide receiver didn’t hold back when asked about his thoughts on the Bears — and his response has stirred plenty of reactions across the NFL world.
A Longstanding Grudge
Davante Adams, now a key player for the Las Vegas Raiders, is well-acquainted with the battles of the NFC North from his years in Green Bay. After spending eight seasons with the Green Bay Packers, Adams developed a well-documented animosity toward the Bears. During his tenure in Green Bay, Adams was a constant thorn in Chicago’s side, racking up touchdowns and big plays in nearly every meeting.
So, when asked recently about the Bears, Adams didn’t mince words.
“I never truly saw them as real competition,” Adams remarked with a confident grin. It always felt personal — but it was never a real challenge.
The comment immediately made waves on social media, reigniting debates among fans and sports analysts alike. Many took it as a direct shot at the Bears’ long-standing struggles, especially in matchups against Adams’ former team, the Packers.
Bears Fans Fire Back
Bears fans didn’t take kindly to Adams’ jab. Twitter was flooded with responses, ranging from humorous clapbacks to fiery rebuttals. While some tried to laugh it off, others took it as a sign of disrespect.
“Keep our team’s name out your mouth if you’re not in the division anymore,” tweeted one fan.
“You’re in the AFC now. Worry about the Chiefs,” another added.
Despite the backlash, Adams hasn’t backed down or clarified his statement. In fact, he doubled down later in the interview by saying, “I respect great organizations. I just never saw Chicago as belonging in that category during my time playing against them.
The Numbers Don’t Lie
Whether you love him or hate him, it’s hard to deny that Davante Adams has had dominant performances against the Bears. During his time in Green Bay, Adams scored 10 touchdowns and logged over 1,000 yards in games against Chicago alone. His record against them stands as proof of his impact and frustration to Bears fans.
Fuel for the Fire?
Though Adams now plays in the AFC West, his comments are likely to stay fresh in the minds of Bears players and fans. Should the Raiders and Bears meet again — either in the regular season or in a rare playoff clash — this feud might be reignited on the field.
Until then, Adams’ swipe at the Bears adds another layer to the always-entertaining landscape of NFL rivalries.
