Monday Night Football live discussion: Bears at Seahawks
Week 8 concludes with the Chicago Bears facing the Seattle Seahawks. This is an open thread for game chat.
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Seattle Seahawks vs. Chicago Bears, ‘MNF’ Week 8 fan discussion
Monday Night Football pits the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks (4-3, second in the NFC West) against a 5-2 Chicago Bears team that sits third in the NFC North behind the Lions and Vikings. The article highlights Seattle's narrow margin for error as the Rams close in, while praising Bears quarterback Caleb Williams as a potential franchise savior. The writer leans toward the Bears, noting a Seattle loss would shake the playoff picture and benefit Buffalo’s schedule strength. An open thread invites fans to discuss the Week 8 showdown.
What’s Going on in the Pacific Division: Seven of the eight teams are within five points of a playoff spot
The Pacific Division is a nail‑biter early in the 2026‑27 NHL season, with seven of eight teams within five points of a wild‑card berth. Edmonton leads the West at 24 points (11‑2‑2), while the Calgary Flames sit just three points back after a 6‑2 win over Seattle, holding a 6‑8‑0 record. Anaheim struggles at 6‑7‑1 after overtime losses to Vancouver and Buffalo, yet remains two points from a playoff spot. Los Angeles improves to 4‑9‑1, still five points out, and the San Jose Sharks sit tied for the final wild‑card with 15 points (7‑7‑1). Seattle surprises at third place, and the upcoming week features key matchups among the Ducks, Oilers, Flames, and Kraken.
Monday Night Football: Bears vs. Seahawks live chat
Monday Night Football pits the 5-2 Chicago Bears against the 4-3 Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on Nov. 2, 2026, kicking off at 8:15 PM EST on ESPN. The Seahawks lead the all‑time series 12‑6, but the Bears have won two of the last three meetings, including a 6‑3 defensive showdown in 2024. Key players include ex‑Eagle CB Josh Jobe for Seattle and Bears LB T.J. Edwards, DL Kentavius Street and RB D’Andre Swift. FanDuel odds favor Seattle by 3.5 points, with a 46.5 over/under.
Seahawks vs. Bears, ‘Monday Night Football’ game chat and live discussion
The Seattle Seahawks close a brutal schedule stretch with a Monday Night Football clash against the Chicago Bears. After losses to the 49ers and Broncos, Seattle rallied with a big win over the Chiefs, but now faces a revamped Bears offense led by Ben Johnson and a deep receiver corps. Key Seahawks updates include the return of running backs Zach Charbonnet and Jadarian Price, the debut of lineman Quenton Nelson (though Charles Cross remains injured), and a focus on reducing Sam Darnold‑era turnovers that have dictated past results. Fans can join the live game chat on the new SB Nation app, with the broadcast on ESPN at 5:15 p.m. PT (or FOX 13 locally).
Disciplined Cole Young is rewarded with first career Gold Glove
Seattle Mariners second baseman Cole Young earns his first Gold Glove, capping a season built on disciplined defensive work. Young, who refined his footwork, conditioning and hands during the off‑season, posted a league‑best 17 Defensive Runs Saved (DRS) among AL second basemen and ranked eighth overall. He beat out Royals' Michael Massey and White Sox contender Chase Meidroth despite lower Outs Above Average numbers. Young credits infield coach Perry Hill’s “six Fs” of fielding and his steady routine for the award, and says the improvement will help him stay healthy through a full 162‑game schedule.
Bears at Seahawks Monday Night Football Discussion Thread
The Chicago Bears (5‑2) travel to Seattle on Monday Night Football to face the Seahawks (4‑3) at Lumen Field on Nov 2 at 7:15 p.m. CST. Seattle returns quarterback Quentin Nelson and reinstates its top running back, while the Bears look to solidify a strong start to the season. The game airs on ABC, ESPN and NFL Network, with streaming options on Disney+, ESPN+, and others. Expect a lively broadcast with the usual Buck‑Aikman banter, making it a must‑watch showdown in the Pacific Northwest.
Seahawks-Bears inactives: Uchenna Nwosu sidelined with ankle injury
Seattle heads into its Week 8 showdown with Chicago missing star LB Uchenna Nwosu (ankle) after a dominant defensive showing against Kansas City. The Seahawks also list OT Charles Cross, WR Rashid Shaheed, QB Drew Lock (emergency), RB Velus Jones Jr., and NT Brandon Pili as inactive, while questionable players are expected to play. Chicago sits without RB Kyle Monangai (toe/thumb) and S Malik Muhammad (toe). A win could bring Seattle within two games of the NFC West lead as both teams chase momentum.
How to watch Bears vs Seahawks: Monday Night Football, live stream, TV channel, start time
The Chicago Bears visit Seattle for a Monday Night Football showdown on Nov. 2, 2026, at 8:15 PM ET on ESPN. The game streams live via Fubo (free trial available). Bears, 5‑2, ride Caleb Williams’ 300‑yard passing streak and D’Andre Swift’s top‑ranked rush, while the 4‑3 Seahawks, fresh from a 20‑3 win over Kansas City, rely on Sam Darnold, Jaxon Smith‑Njigba, and the league’s best defense. Both playoff‑bound NFC rivals will battle for positioning in Week 8.
Monday Night Football: Chicago Bears Vs Seattle Seahawks Game Information & Discussion
The Bears (5-2) head to Seattle on Monday, Nov. 2, for a 8:15 p.m. EST clash at Lumen Field against the Seahawks (4-3). Chicago rides a two‑game winning streak, including a 30‑24 win over New England, while Seattle reels off a 20‑3 victory over Kansas City. ESPN and ABC broadcast the game, with streaming on ESPN+ and NFL+. Betting lines favor Seattle by 3 points, with a 46.5 total and moneylines at Seahawks -180, Bears +152.
Starting and backup QBS on Seahawks vs Bears depth charts today for 2026 NFL Week 8 MNF
Monday Night Football pits Seattle's Sam Darnold against Chicago's Caleb Williams in Week 8 at Lumen Field. Darnold starts for the Seahawks with rookie Jalen Milroe as backup; veteran Drew Lock sits out with a right elbow injury. The Bears rely on Williams, the former No. 1 overall pick, while Tyson Bagent serves as the primary backup and Case Keenum lines up as third string. Both teams enter the game with winning records, making the quarterback depth chart a key storyline for the 8 p.m. ET showdown.
Bears-Seahawks Inactives: Malik Muhammad II out for Chicago
The Chicago Bears (5-2) will face the Seattle Seahawks (4-3) at 7:15 p.m. CT on ESPN from Lumen Field, with temperatures in the 40s and a slight chance of rain. Chicago lists six inactives, notably cornerback Malik Muhammad, and promotes tight end Stephen Carlson from the practice squad. Seattle’s inactives include LT Charles Cross and WR Rashid Shaheed, while rookie RB Jadarian Price returns from IR and Zach Charbonnet is set for his season debut. Both teams also name emergency third quarterbacks—Case Keenum for the Bears and Drew Lock for the Seahawks.
Mariners extend Randy Arozarena $23.15 million qualifying offer
Eight players were handed qualifying offers by Monday, and that includes Seattle Mariners star Randy Arozarena. The outfielder received a $23.15 million qualifying offer from the Mariners, as reported by Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Of course, it is up to Arozarena whether to take that offer, but he also has an opportunity to look […] The post Mariners extend Randy Arozarena $23.15 million qualifying offer appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Eight Players Receive Qualifying Offers
Eight MLB players receive $23.15 million qualifying offers, according to Joel Sherman (NY Post). The list includes Randy Arozarena (Mariners), Jake Bauers (Brewers), David Bednar (Yankees), Ryan Jeffers (Twins), Brandon Lowe (Pirates), Adrián Morejón (Padres), Trevor Rogers (Orioles) and Seiya Suzuki (Cubs). Players have until 3 p.m. CT on Nov 17 to accept or reject, and can negotiate elsewhere in the meantime. If they sign elsewhere, the original club gets draft‑pick compensation while the new club faces penalties. The article notes the rarity of relievers like Bednar and Morejón receiving QOs and highlights the Padres’ new ownership context.
How to live stream MNF for free: Watch Seahawks vs Bears, NFL, TV channel
Monday Night Football pits the Chicago Bears against the Seattle Seahawks on Nov. 2, 2026, with kickoff at 8:15 PM ET on ESPN. Seattle, fresh off a shutout of Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, leans on a stingy defense (233.9 yds/game) and Jaxon Smith‑Njigba’s league‑leading 867 receiving yards. Chicago rides a 4‑of‑5 streak, featuring QB Caleb Williams, WR Luther Burden III, and new All‑Pro DT Jeffery Simmons. The guide recommends streaming the game free via Fubo’s trial, which carries all major NFL networks.
Arizona Cardinals: Make Major Quarterback Change for Week 9
The Arizona Cardinals play against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field Sunday afternoon in Week 9 of the regular season. One interesting storyline to monitor is whether the Cardinals will make a quarterback change following last week’s benching. Gardner Minshew replaced Jacoby Brissett in the third quarter with the team down 17-3. Minshew played well […] The post Arizona Cardinals: Make Major Quarterback Change for Week 9 appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Dan Orlovsky astonished by possibility of walking from Alaska to Russia: ‘Does that blow your mind?’
During a pre‑game chat before the Seahawks‑Bears matchup, ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky shocked host Pat McAfee by asking if you can walk from Alaska to Russia. The segment revealed that a seasonal ice bridge forms across the Bering Strait, linking Little Diomede (U.S.) and Big Diomede (Russia) by a 2.4‑mile frozen path—legal but extremely perilous. Orlovsky, prompted by his sons’ school question, also mis‑linked Alaska’s purchase to proximity to Russia, prompting a humorous correction from McAfee. The banter sparked further X posts about walking from New York to Russia, cementing the quirky "#DanDidntKnow" moment on The Pat McAfee Show.
Mariners extend Qualifying Offer to Randy Arozarena
The Seattle Mariners have issued a $23.5 million qualifying offer (QO) to 31‑year‑old outfielder Randy Arozarena, the deadline’s most notable move. Arozarena’s career‑best 2026 season featured 26 home runs, 26 steals, a career‑low strikeout rate and a more balanced hitting approach. As the first Mariners QO since 2015, it gives the club a potential draft‑pick compensation if he signs elsewhere. Players have until 1 PM PT on Nov. 17 to accept or decline, while Arozarena is expected to attract multiple suitors despite the looming MLB lockout.
Cardinals bench Jacoby Brissett, will start Gardner Minshew vs. Seahawks
The Arizona Cardinals bench veteran Jacoby Brissett and name Gardner Minshew II the starter for Week 9 against the Seattle Seahawks. The move follows Minshew's overtime heroics in a 33-30 win over the Dallas Cowboys, where he threw for 188 yards and three touchdowns. Brissett, a 1-11 starter in 2025 and 2-5 through eight games this season, drops to Emergency QB3 while rookie Carson Beck becomes the backup. Minshew now faces a tough road test at Lumen Field against a top-ranked Seahawks defense.
Jim Hiller defends decision to return the net to Sergei Bobrovsky vs. Mammoth on Tuesday: ‘We have a plan’
Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller defends his decision to put Sergei Bobrovsky back in goal for Tuesday’s home game against the Utah Mammoth, despite a rough 12‑goal outing against the Seattle Kraken. Hiller says the move fits a broader goaltending plan that balances schedule, rest and development, and stresses his long‑standing respect for the Russian netminder. Backup Anthony Stolarz, who posted a 4‑2 win over Vancouver with 26 saves, also receives praise, but the spotlight will remain on Bobrovsky as Toronto heads into a six‑game home stretch and a weekend double‑header with Montreal and New Jersey.
Colorado Rockies hire Ethan Katz as Major League Pitching Coach
The Colorado Rockies have hired former White Sox pitching coach Ethan Katz as their major‑league pitching coach for the 2027 season. A former Rockies draft pick (26th round, 2005) who posted a 2.79 ERA in the minors, Katz brings extensive experience, including stints as a high‑school coach at Harvard‑Westlake, assistant roles with the Angels, Mariners and Giants, and a five‑year tenure as Chicago’s pitching coach (2021‑25) where his staff posted a 3.73 ERA in his debut year before slipping to the mid‑4.00s. After a brief assistant role with the Astros in 2026, he replaces Alon Leichman, who left after the Rockies posted a league‑worst 5.99 ERA. Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer praised Katz’s track record of improving pitchers.
Hurricanes’ Välimäki & Kotkaniemi Are Making the Most of Their Opportunities
As the calendar turns to November, the Carolina Hurricanes will head to Helsinki, Finland, next week for the 2026 NHL Global Series to take on the Seattle Kraken. It’s the…
Packers Roster: Green Bay works out 5 on Monday
The Green Bay Packers held a workout on Monday featuring five edge rushers and one linebacker as they look to fill two open practice‑squad spots. The group includes DE prospects Vincent Anthony (2026 draft, 7.28 RAS, former Chiefs and 49ers practice‑squad player) and Seth Coleman (2025 draft, 7.14 RAS, brief stints with Seahawks, Colts and Dolphins). LB prospects D.J. Johnson (2023 third‑round pick, 8.32 RAS, ex‑Panthers and Commanders), Dasan McCullough (2026 undrafted LB, 9.45 RAS, former Broncos contract) and Reid Williford (2026 LB, 9.46 RAS, recently cleared from an injury settlement with the Ravens) also participated. The Packers have evaluated 43 players since the cut‑down deadline, with only one prior edge rusher, Australian Cruz Smith, having been tried.
Shane Wright Gets Much Needed Fresh Start With Kraken Trade To Predators
During his time with the Seattle Kraken, Shane Wright never lived up to the expectations that come with being the fourth-overall pick. Now with a trade to the Nashville Predators, the 22-year-old has the opportunity to capitalize on a fresh start and redefine his career.
Mariners Outright Five Players
The Mariners announced that five players have cleared players and been outrighted to Triple-A Tacoma. They are left-hander Josh Simpson, right-hander Troy Watson, as well as infielders Weston Wilson, Will Wilson and Patrick Wisdom. More to come.
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