CHICAGO – Cornerback Tim Jennings exemplified what the Bears’ defense is all about.

Jennings shadowed Carolina wide receiver Steve Smith, a 12th-year pro with a habit of gouging the Bears and perhaps Jennings’ toughest assignment this season. Smith was at it again Sunday at Soldier Field with seven catches for 118 yards, but Jennings kept battling.

“The offense didn’t play well, the defense didn’t play well, the special teams didn’t have any big plays,” Jennings said. “But, we just had to keep fighting. It’s a 60-minute fight.”