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Bears vs. Jaguars score: Chicago takes early lead

In a defensive battle, the Chicago Bears lead the Jacksonville Jaguars 3-0 after the first quarter at EverBank Field.

Jaguars cornerback Derek Cox interception Chicago quarterback Jay Cutler's pass near midfield on the Bears' first possession, but Jacksonville couldn't do anything with the turnover.

The Bears held the Jaguars to three-and-outs in Jacksonville's first two possessions.The Chicago defense has allowed the Jaguars 70 yards on 16 plays, but Jacksonville has converted 3-of-5 third down opportunities.

Finishing off a 12-play, 77-yard drive, Chicago kicker Robbie Gould broke the scoreless game on a 32-yard field goal with 6:11 to play in the first quarter.

Matt Forte has six carries for 45 yards thus far and tight end Kellen Davis has been a target for Cutler, catching two balls for 26 yards. Cutler is 3-of-7 for 37 yards through the air.

The Bears offense isn't having much success against the Jaguars with 91 yards on 14 plays,