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NFL: Seattle 29, Chicago 26 (OT)

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Published: Aug. 17, 2008 at 1:34 AM
Chicago Bears vs Seattle Seahawks

SEATTLE, Aug. 17 (UPI) -- Brandon Coutu's 36-yard field goal in overtime handed the Seattle Seahawks a 29-26 pre-season victory over Chicago Saturday night.

The Bears missed a chance to win the game in regulation when Robbie Gould missed a 47-yard attempt as time expired.

Justin Forsett had runs of 37 yards and 15 yards in a 69-yard drive that set up the winning kick in overtime. Forsett finished with 136 yards and a touchdown on the ground for Seattle, and Jordan Kent picked up 50 yards on four receptions.

Charlie Frye went 20-of-35 passing for 209 yards but he also threw three interceptions.

Coutu kicked five field goals for the Seahawks.

Chicago starter Rex Grossman completed 9-of-15 passes for 74 yards and an interception. Rookie Caleb Hanie was 5-of-9 passing for 46 yards, one touchdown and one interception, and Kyle Orton connected on 5-of-9 passes for 43 yards.

Kellen Davis had three catches for 55 yards and one TD.

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