Ben Johnson may have discovered something more valuable than another Bears win
Ben Johnson's Bears defeated the Patriots 30-24, but Chicago may have discovered something even more important about its ability to win tough games.
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“Al Michaels So Old, He Don’t Even Care No More”: Fired FOX Host Takes Aim at TNF Sportscaster Over Patriots vs Bears Call
The Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots 30-24, going up 5-2 in the league. But during Thursday Night Football, it was Al Michaels who made headlines, with a former FOX Sports host commenting on a recent call in the game. “Al Michaels so old, he don’t even care no more… ‘I’ve been on McAfee […] The post “Al Michaels So Old, He Don’t Even Care No More”: Fired FOX Host Takes Aim at TNF Sportscaster Over Patriots vs Bears Call appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Costly Drake Maye mistake looms large in Patriots’ loss to Bears
Patriots rookie QB Drake Maye laments a second‑quarter interception that proved pivotal in New England’s 30‑24 loss to the Chicago Bears on Thursday night. After a solid start—including a rushing TD and a 30‑yard TD pass to rookie TE Eli Raridon—Maye’s seam throw was picked off, denying the Patriots a potential go‑ahead score. Maye finished with a season‑high 77.4% completion rate, 151 yards and a TD, but the turnover and missed chances in the fourth quarter kept New England from overtaking Chicago’s 27‑21 lead. Coach Mike Vrabel praised Maye’s poise under pressure, noting he’ll learn from the mistake.
10 things we learned from Patriots vs. Bears
The Patriots fell 30-24 to the Bears on Thursday night, exposing key issues that could shape their season. Injuries left the team thin, forcing backups like Marcus Jones and Christian Elliss into tough spots where missed tackles cost momentum. Rookie edge rusher Gabe Jacas shined, but the defense still sputtered, especially on a 3rd‑and‑17 TD allowed in the first half. Quarterback Drake Maye was the bright spot, leading both passing and rushing, yet his red‑zone interception proved pivotal. A.J. Brown remained a non‑factor, raising doubts about the value of the recent trade for him. The loss highlights the Patriots’ turnover woes and depth concerns heading into the next game.
Drake Maye takes blame for costly end-zone interception as Patriots fall to Bears
Drake Maye reflects on his costly interception after Chicago ends New England's three-game winning streak.
Chicago Bears News: Williams leads Bears to win over New England Patriots
On Thursday night, October 22, 2026, the Chicago Bears edged the New England Patriots 30-24 at Soldier Field. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams threw for 308 yards and two touchdowns, while rookie running back Luther Burden III added 130 rushing yards and a score. Kicker Cairo Santos nailed a career‑long 58‑yard field goal with 1:34 left to seal the win. The game also featured a rare illegal forward handoff penalty, the first such call in 16 years. The victory propels Chicago into the NFC playoff picture’s fifth spot.
49ers News: Romello Height is in a special club
The latest Niners Nation piece spotlights DE Romello Height’s adaptation after breaking his hand in Week 2, noting his switch to a ultra‑light helmet and a modified game plan that’s boosting his impact grade beyond Osa. It also details defensive coordinator Raheem Morris’s shift toward cover‑6 schemes, raising its usage to 17.4% as the 49ers move away from the classic Legion of Boom look. Amid these changes, coach Shanahan and staff remain optimistic about Nick Bosa’s return by Week 9, while trade rumors swirl for a new wide receiver to offset the loss of Mike Evans. The article mixes on‑field adjustments with injury updates, offering a comprehensive look at San Francisco’s evolving defense.
Patriots' defense sets new season-high they'd soon like to forget vs. the Bears
The Patriots' defensive effort was lackluster against a very good Bears team that could have been beaten on a short week.
6 winners and losers from Patriots loss to the Bears
The Patriots fell 30-24 to the Bears on Thursday night, dropping to 4-3 and out of AFC playoff contention. Quarterback Drake Maye shone, posting a season‑high 77.4% completion rate, 300+ passing yards, a rushing TD and a +0.34 EPA/play. Tight end Hunter Henry led the receivers with seven catches for 71 yards. The loss hinged on defensive lapses: the unit missed a staggering 16 tackles, the worst since the 2025 Super Bowl, and linebackers Robert Spillane and Christian Elliss each missed three tackles, allowing Caleb Williams to exploit zone coverage for 208 yards. Wideout A.J. Brown was quiet with three catches for 48 yards. The Patriots’ run game sputtered, registering just 44 yards on 13 carries, though Rhamondre Stevenson contributed five catches for 93 yards and a touchdown.
Podcasts: Bedard on Patriots' loss to the Bears, Maye-Williams duel with 98.5 The SportsHub & CLNS
The New England Patriots saw their three-game winning streak come to an end Thursday night, falling to the Chicago Bears 30-24 in a back-and-forth battle at Soldier Field. Drake Maye put together a productive performance, throwing for 321 yards and two touchdowns while adding a rushing score. However, a costly end-zone interception and early offensive struggles proved difficult to overcome.
Bedard: The Patriots' defense fell apart in key spots in loss to the Bears - what happened?
On 58 plays, the Patriots allowed just 175 total yards, or 3.0 yards per play.The problem was that New England was basically a train wreck on the other eight plays, which accounted for 230 yards (28.8 average) and cost the Patriots a road victory.
NFL Thursday Night Football: Caleb Williams Outduels Drake Maye as Bears Hold Off Patriots 30-24
CHICAGO — Under the prime-time lights of Soldier Field, two of the top picks from the 2024 NFL The post NFL Thursday Night Football: Caleb Williams Outduels Drake Maye as Bears Hold Off Patriots 30-24 appeared first on We Never Stop .
Bears’ Caleb Williams pours heart out to Cole Kmet after possibly serious knee injury
The Chicago Bears secured a thrilling 30-24 victory over the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football, but the mood inside Soldier Field remained heavy after the final whistle. Veteran tight end Cole Kmet suffered a potentially serious knee injury during the contest, leaving his teammates and fanbase holding their breath. Kmet was carted off […] The post Bears’ Caleb Williams pours heart out to Cole Kmet after possibly serious knee injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez can only tip his cap to Caleb Williams after loss to Bears
The New England Patriots ran out of steam against the Chicago Bears on Thursday, absorbing a tough loss, 30-24, at Soldier Field. The Patriots had their three-game winning streak snapped and fell to 4-3. The Bears, on the other hand, improved to 5-2. Caleb Williams starred in his second game back from a hamstring injury. […] The post Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez can only tip his cap to Caleb Williams after loss to Bears appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Bears’ Ben Johnson gives Drake Maye his flowers after electric TNF showdown
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson is helping incredibly talented quarterback Caleb Williams inch closer toward his potential after another terrific showing this season, as the NFC North squad outlasted the New Patriots for a 30-24 Thursday Night Football victory. The respected offensive mind commended No. 18 for a successful effort, but when given the […] The post Bears’ Ben Johnson gives Drake Maye his flowers after electric TNF showdown appeared first on ClutchPoints .
What Bears’ Joe Thuney said about wild Ben Johnson trick play that got called back
Head coach Ben Johnson never hesitates to pull out all the tricks in his playbook, and the Chicago Bears gave fans another wild moment on Thursday Night Football. During Chicago’s thrilling 30-24 victory over the New England Patriots at Soldier Field, Johnson called a clever goal-line trick play designed specifically for veteran guard Joe Thuney. […] The post What Bears’ Joe Thuney said about wild Ben Johnson trick play that got called back appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Drake Maye Shines Despite Patriots Loss to Bears | Patriots Daily
The New England Patriots saw their three-game winning streak come to an end Thursday night, falling to the Chicago Bears 30-24 in a back-and-forth battle at Soldier Field. Drake Maye put together a productive performance, throwing for 321 yards and two touchdowns while adding a rushing score. However, a costly end-zone interception and early offensive [...] The post Drake Maye Shines Despite Patriots Loss to Bears | Patriots Daily appeared first on CLNS Media .
Patriots Comeback Falls Short against Bears in 30-24 Loss | Patriots Postgame Show on CLNS
The New England Patriots saw their three-game winning streak come to an end Thursday night, falling to the Chicago Bears 30-24 in a back-and-forth battle at Soldier Field. Drake Maye put together a productive performance, throwing for 321 yards and two touchdowns while adding a rushing score. However, a costly end-zone interception and early offensive [...] The post Patriots Comeback Falls Short against Bears in 30-24 Loss | Patriots Postgame Show on CLNS appeared first on CLNS Media .
Greg Bedard Instant Reaction to Patriots 30-24 Loss to Bears | Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast
The New England Patriots saw their three-game winning streak come to an end Thursday night, falling to the Chicago Bears 30-24 in a back-and-forth battle at Soldier Field. Drake Maye put together a productive performance, throwing for 321 yards and two touchdowns while adding a rushing score. However, a costly end-zone interception and early offensive [...] The post Greg Bedard Instant Reaction to Patriots 30-24 Loss to Bears | Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast appeared first on CLNS Media .
Bears’ Cairo Santos sounds off on rebounding from miss to sink Patriots with 58-yard bomb
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson believes in Cairo Santos, and that is probably much easier to do because the longtime kicker strongly believes in himself. Following a potentially costly miss that could have swayed momentum in the New England Patriots’ favor, Santos quickly composed himself and fired a career-long 58-yard field goal that helped […] The post Bears’ Cairo Santos sounds off on rebounding from miss to sink Patriots with 58-yard bomb appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Bears’ Luther Burden III sends warning to defenses about tackling him: ‘It’s gonna be a problem’
The Chicago Bears ended the three-game winning streak of the New England Patriots with a gutsy victory, 30-24, at Soldier Field on Thursday. The Bears improved to 5-2, while the Patriots fell to 4-3. Luther Burden III was instrumental in the tight win, scoring a big touchdown on four receptions for 130 yards. He found […] The post Bears’ Luther Burden III sends warning to defenses about tackling him: ‘It’s gonna be a problem’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Bears’ Caleb Williams makes humble admission on brutal sack that Cairo Santos bailed him out of
Caleb Williams might have to buy Cairo Santos a fancy dinner after the Chicago Bears escaped the New England Patriots, 30-24, at Soldier Field on Thursday. Santos kicked a career-long 58-yard field goal with 1:34 left to give the Bears a nine-point cushion, 30-21. It proved to be enough to stave off the Patriots. Before […] The post Bears’ Caleb Williams makes humble admission on brutal sack that Cairo Santos bailed him out of appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Giardi: Patriots feel like they let one slip away in Chicago
It was there for the taking. Despite having the deck stacked against them - starting two guards who basically just got here, a short week, on the road against a good football team - the Patriots should - and did - feel like they let one slip away.
Caleb Williams calls out Richard Sherman for doubting Bears after big Patriots win
Caleb Williams wants respect for the Chicago Bears, and even when the team gets it, he is apparently not satisfied. Some consider such a mindset to be the mark of a warrior. Others may just call it confusing. Although the star quarterback was definitely on the same wavelength with his offense during Thursday night’s 30-24 […] The post Caleb Williams calls out Richard Sherman for doubting Bears after big Patriots win appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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