The Chicago Bears pull off a signature Thursday Night Football win over the AFC champion New England Patriots at Soldier Field on October 22, 2026, despite a slew of injuries. quarterback Caleb Williams leads the offense while rookie WR Luther Burden III earns the Offensive Game Ball with 130 receiving yards and a 24‑yard TD. LB D’Marco Jackson, a waiver pick who earned a contract extension, grabs the Defensive Game Ball after intercepting Patriots QB Drake Maye in the end zone. Kicker Cairo Santos secures the Special Teams Game Ball with a career‑long 58‑yard field goal that seals the victory. The Bears finish the game leading from start to finish, a shift from their previous comeback identity.
During Thursday Night Football on October 23, 2026, Prime Video analyst Kirk Herbstreit likened Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams to a “bucking bronco,” saying the young signal‑caller needed to be “trained” after a reckless first season. The comment sparked immediate backlash, with commentators like Jemele Hill and social‑media users calling the metaphor offensive, especially given racial sensitivities. Critics note this isn’t Herbstreit’s first controversial remark about Williams, recalling a 2024 interview where he questioned the rookie’s discipline. The article argues that analysts should critique performance without resorting to animal comparisons.
After a 5-2 start and a Thursday night win over the Patriots, the Chicago Bears are eyeing a defensive splash before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. Windy City Gridiron lists five potential targets: DeForest Buckner (DT, Colts) – a 6‑7, three‑down interior threat with 4 sacks and a top‑tier PFN grade; veteran edge Khalil Mack (Chargers) – still ranked 18th league‑wide despite age; 25‑year‑old DT Moro Ojomo (Eagles) – a former 6‑sack ace whose contract expires; CB Riq Woolen (Eagles) – a one‑year, $15 M rental; plus another unnamed defensive prospect. The piece outlines estimated draft‑pick costs for each deal.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams made a surprising admission about a costly mistake that nearly changed the outcome of Week 7.
The New England Patriots have found ways to win without A.J. Brown, and many thought his return would immediately have a positive impact on an already improving offense. It hasn’t been quite that simple, though. Maye Is Ready to Build With Brown After experiencing a high right ankle sprain during the Pats season opener against […]
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ESPN's Ryan Clark breaks down Caleb Williams and Drake Maye ahead of Bears vs. Patriots, highlighting what makes both 2024 draft picks special.
The New England Patriots should look into trading for Quenton Nelson, who can be a legitimate asset for a team looking to make a deep playoff run.
Xavier Newman‑Johnson and Benton Whitley return to the New England Patriots’ practice squad after their elevations in the 30‑24 loss to the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Newman‑Johnson saw his first 2026 action protecting three extra points and a field goal, filling in for injured guards Ben Brown (knee) and Alijah Vera‑Tucker (hamstring). The 27‑year‑old interior lineman, an undrafted 2022 Baylor alum, has logged 26 NFL games and 338 offensive snaps. Whitley contributed 13 special‑team snaps on the road trip, marking 46% of his workload, after stints with multiple teams since signing with the Rams in 2022. Both players have two standard elevations left before a full‑time roster spot becomes necessary, as the Patriots sit 4‑3 heading into a mini‑bye.
Per The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain, Bears DE Montez Sweat has been reinstated from his two-game suspension on Friday, making him available for Week 8. Montez was suspended for two games after violating the NFL’s Performance-Enhancing Substances Policy, causing him to miss Week 6 and Week 7 against the Falcons and Patriots. Sweat, 30, is a […]
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The Chicago Bears snag their second straight wire-to-wire win, beating defending AFC champion New England Patriots 24-17 on Oct. 22, 2026, and silencing critics of their ability to topple elite teams. Quarterback Caleb Williams, despite past critiques of his deep ball and accuracy, sparked a post‑game banter with Richard Sherman and highlighted the Bears' gritty mindset under coach Ben Johnson. The article also promotes the ‘Bear & Balanced’ podcast, which breaks down the game with segments like Trench Tribute, Caleb Corner, and the quirky Three Bears analysis.
Caleb Williams responded to Richard Sherman’s NFL Top 5 rankings after the Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots 30–24. Williams referred to Sherman’s rankings and expressed hope that Chicago would earn a place among his five highest-ranked teams. Williams also discussed how his time away had affected him and his plans to keep bringing […]
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The Chicago Bears have suffered a major blow heading into the second half of the NFL season, losing one of their most important offensive players for the remainder of the year. The injury happened during Thursday night’s 30-24 victory over the New England Patriots, turning an important win into a bittersweet night for Chicago. The […]
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The Los Angeles Rams, now 2‑4 and riddled with injuries—including A.J. Brown, Davante Adams and several linemen—have slid to the NFC West cellar, dropping from last year’s top offense to 20th in scoring. Their depleted defense, missing four DBs, faces a Week 7 clash with the Las Vegas Raiders, who were trounced 45‑17 by New England after a 33‑30 loss to Buffalo. The article argues the Rams’ injuries and rookie offensive coordinator Nate Scheelhase’s growing pains create a winnable game for Klint Kubiak’s Raiders, but warns that the Raiders’ own struggles against tight ends and inconsistent safety play could derail the upset. Key stats: Rams rank 12th in the league with 676 rushing yards and 4.6 yards per carry; Raiders have suffered multiple high‑profile defeats.
On January 22, 2012, former Patriots linebacker Brandon Spikes and former Ravens running back Ray Rice shared a field in Foxborough with a Super Bowl berth on the line. The New England Patriots escaped 23-20 when former Bills kicker Billy Cundiff’s potential game-tying field goal sailed wide left. Nearly a decade and a half later, […]
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The New England Patriots tried to save their offense with A.J. Brown and now it's forcing them into another desperate move.
The Bears are placing TE Cole Kmet on injured reserve with a serious knee injury suffered Thursday against the Patriots, Ben Johnson said Friday.
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Coach Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears are riding high after defeating the New England Patriots on the road by a score of 30-24, although Cole Kmet’s right knee injury put a damper on things. Kmet landed on injured reserve, which caused star quarterback Caleb Williams to pour his heart out in support. Williams got a bold […]
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The Chicago Bears and star quarterback Caleb Williams were able to take care of business on Thursday Night Football against the New England Patriots. It was a hard-fought game, but the Bears came out on top by a final score of 30-24. Williams played another strong game in his second outing since returning from a […]
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The Patriots fall 30-24 to the Chicago Bears as their rushing attack sputters. Rhamondre Stevenson scores a 48‑yard receiving TD and posts a career‑high 93 receiving yards, but his 22 yards on six carries highlight the team's ground woes. New England manages just 44 yards on 13 non‑scramble runs (3.4 yd/carry) despite facing a low‑ranked Bears run defense. Coach Mike Vrabel and QB Drake Maye both admit the run game was ineffective, blaming inconsistent line play and personnel turnover. The loss underscores the urgent need to revive New England’s rushing game.
Drake Maye is one of the best deep-pass throwers in football, and the New England Patriots must maximize his opportunities to push the ball.
Coach Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears scored one of the biggest wins of the NFL season so far in Week 7 action, going into Gillette Stadium and beating the defending AFC Champion New England Patriots 30-24 on a day when tight end Cole Kmet was carted off the field. Quarterback Caleb Williams poured his heart out […]
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Bears HC Ben Johnson announced that they are placing TE Cole Kmet on injured reserve on Friday, per Kevin Fishbain. Ian Rapoport reported today that Kmet suffered a season-ending knee injury after being carted off the field in Week 7’s Thursday Night game against the Patriots. Kmet went down with a non-contact knee injury before […]
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Bears rookie cornerback Malik Muhammad II left Thursday's 30-24 win over the Patriots with a toe injury in the third quarter. Ben Johnson said the team hoped to learn more Friday.
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Bears tight end Cole Kmet is believed to have suffered a serious, likely season-ending knee injury in Thursday's win over the Patriots, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Test results are pending.
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