The Chicago Bears (4‑2) host the New England Patriots (4‑2) on Thursday Night Football, with the Bears favored by three points and a 50.5 over/under. Caleb Williams returns for Chicago, posting a precise 30‑of‑36, 305‑yard performance and earning NFC Offensive Player of the Week, while Kyler Gordon adds three sacks and two forced fumbles. New England leans on Drake Maye, who has thrown ten touchdowns and limited interceptions to one over his last three games. FanDuel lists the Bears at +1500 and the Patriots at +2000 for the Super Bowl, and the preview predicts a 34‑33 Bears win with both QBs surpassing 240 passing yards.
Week 7 is set to kick off with Thursday night's matchup between the New England Patriots and Chicago Bears.
The Patriots aim to extend their streak on a short week as they head to Chicago for a Thursday night showdown with the Bears. New England’s backup‑heavy O‑line will face a Bears rush that ranks 20th in pressure but boasts the league’s 7th‑highest blitz rate (39.3%). With Montez Sweat suspended, the Bears rely on third‑down blitzes and man coverage, giving rookie QB Maye chances to strike deep, while the Patriots must stay efficient on early downs to avoid third‑and‑long situations. Key starters: Walter Rouse (L‑guard), Matt Pryor (R‑guard), Morgan Moses (R‑tackle), and the depth trio of Efton Chism, Williams, and Douglas in the receiving corps.
The Patriots‑Bears clash on Oct. 22 pits two 2024 first‑round quarterbacks—Drake Maye (No. 3) and Caleb Williams (No. 1)—against each other for the second time. Statistically, Maye leads with a higher completion rate (67.6% vs. 60.6%), more passing yards per attempt (7.9 vs. 6.7), more rushing yards (1,186 vs. 1,028) and 63 TDs versus Williams' 54, despite playing 250 fewer snaps. Williams, however, protects the ball better, with 25 fewer turnovers. Maye earned Pro‑Bowl and second‑team All‑Pro honors and guided New England to a Super Bowl appearance, while Williams helped Chicago break a 13‑year playoff drought. Their first meeting in 2024 ended in a 19‑3 Patriots win, highlighting the contrasting trajectories as they meet again in Year 3.
The Chicago Bears host the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football at Soldier Field, pitting two 2025 playoff teams and rising quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Drake Maye against each other. Both teams feature hot coaching candidates—Ben Johnson for the Bears and Mike Vrabel for the Patriots—and will be shown nationally on Amazon Prime and locally on Fox 32. Key storylines include the Patriots' secondary testing Williams, a potential matchup between RB Jonah Jackson and New England defenders, and Williams' recent NFC Offensive Player of the Week honor after a 305‑yard, 30‑for‑36 performance against the Falcons.
The Patriots, fresh off three straight wins, travel to Soldier Field for a Thursday Night Football clash with the 4‑2 Chicago Bears on Oct. 22 at 8:15 p.m. ET. The game streams nationally on Prime Video and NFL+, with local TV on Boston’s WCVB and Manchester’s WMUR, and radio via Westwood One and 98.5 The Sports Hub. Bears open as three‑point favorites (FanDuel odds: Bears -3, O/U 50.5). Live updates begin at 7:30 p.m. ET on PatsPulpit.com, and fans can join the discussion through the SB Nation app and social channels.
The Patriots host the Bears on Thursday Night Football in Chicago, featuring a quarterback showdown between Drake Maye and Caleb Williams. NFL Weather predicts a comfortable 60°F kickoff with light east‑northeast winds (5 mph) and virtually no precipitation, while the National Weather Service adds a clear sky and a low around 51°F. The game is set for Oct. 22 at 8:15 p.m. ET, and the Patriots have enjoyed favorable weather all season, boosting confidence they can focus on the matchup rather than the elements.
The Patriots' quarterback is not at all concerned about A.J. Brown after his forgettable return last week against the Jets.
Ditka will be honored when the team hosts New England on Oct. 22
After a Week 6 loss to the New England Patriots, Jets offensive coordinator Frank Reich faces criticism for playcalling, but head coach Aaron Glenn defends him. Glenn highlighted the unit’s “explosive” play‑action success—six passes of 20+ yards, ranking 9th in the league—and an improved rushing attack, now 12th over the past two weeks. Despite these positives, Pro Football Reference shows the Jets rank 4th in average yards per play‑action attempt but use it on only 22% of passes (21st most). Analysts note a pattern of drives stalling after runs, suggesting Reich may not be leveraging play‑action enough. The article examines Glenn’s praise against the under‑utilization of a statistically strong facet of the offense.
Michael Penix Jr. is my preferred pickup from this group after his three-touchdown game, and his four starts give managers […]
The Patriots head to Soldier Field for a Week 7 primetime clash with the 4‑2 Bears, and despite injury concerns the Pats are favored. Patriots’ passing attack, led by Drake Maye, should exploit a Bears secondary missing key linebackers, while their pass defense—anchored by Milton Williams and Christian Barmore—looks stronger than Chicago’s aerial threat from Caleb Williams and tight end Colston Loveland. The run game may be a toss‑up, but New England’s new guard duo could gain an edge over a Bears rush lacking depth beyond D’Andre Swift. Special‑teams are evenly matched, and coaching adjustments are expected to tip the scales toward New England.
Drake Maye's resurgence has put him back in the MVP conversation again, as the Patriots head into their Week 7 matchup with the Bears.
Injuries have plagued the New England Patriots’ interior offensive line this season, as they will be on their second left guard and fourth right guard. Ben Brown exited the fourth quarter of Week 6 with a knee injury. Brown was estimated as a non-participant, prompting the Patriots to rule him out for Thursday Night Football […]
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Week 7 of the NFL season kicks off with a blockbuster matchup between the Chicago Bears and the New England Patriots, one that features two of the best and most exciting young quarterbacks in all of football. Caleb Williams, save for a few weeks that he missed with a hamstring injury, appears to have taken […]
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ESPN Chicago’s David Kaplan breaks down the Bears’ dominant win over the Atlanta Falcons and previews the upcoming clash with the New England Patriots. Kaplan praises rookie quarterback Caleb Williams (18) for delivering what could be his best performance yet, highlights Ben Johnson’s offensive scheme, Dennis Allen’s aggressive blitzes, and the return of safety Kyler Gordon. The interview, available on the 2nd City Gridiron YouTube channel and podcast, offers deep insight into Chicago’s current form and game‑by‑game strategy.
The Chicago Bears and New England Patriots will battle on Thursday Night Football. Here we preview the game and share three keys to a Bears victory.
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Bears injury report for Thursday vs. Patriots: Kyle Monangai and Jack Sanborn out, T.J. Edwards doubtful, Tyrique Stevenson questionable.
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Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com joins the show and opens the hour discussing the Drake Maye and Caleb Williams QB matchup on Thursday night.
Chicago Bears starting right guard Jonah Jackson has made a quick recovery from a hip flexor injury and will be available for Thursday night’s matchup against the New England Patriots. Jackson suffered the injury during Sunday’s victory over the Atlanta Falcons, initially raising concerns about his availability on a short week. Earlier reports suggested the […]
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Bills Bills HC Joe Brady said he had a conversation with S C.J. Gardner-Johnson following his unsportsmanlike act that led to an ejection in Week 6: “Had to be addressed within the team.” (Katherine Fitzgerald) Brady said there won’t be any additional punishment for Gardner-Johnson. (Fitzgerald) He was asked about WR DJ Moore and DT […]
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The (4-2) Chicago Bears host the (4-2) New England Patriots at Soldier Field on Thursday Night Football in Week 7. One injury to monitor is Pro Bowl right guard Jonah Jackson, who suffered a hip/quadricep injury during the third quarter of Week 6 against the Atlanta Falcons. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN said he is considered week-to-week, putting his […]
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The injury bug has stung the New England Patriots pretty badly, and second-year center Jared Wilson just can't believe what's going on right now.
The Las Vegas Raiders have placed a cap on Fernando Mendoza and his playing time. The top pick of the 2026 NFL Draft last saw snaps against the New England Patriots, throwing just eight passes. But his head coach Klint Kubiak will excite Raider fans with Mendoza’s work behind the scenes. Kubiak has become pleased […]
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The Chicago Bears announced their final injury report ahead of Thursday night’s clash with the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Starting right guard Jonah Jackson is listed as a full participant with no designation, confirming his availability. Linebacker Keyshaun Elliott and defensive back Tyrique Stevenson are also cleared, though Stevenson remains questionable. The Bears lose running back Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe) and linebacker Jack Sanborn (concussion) to injury, and T.J. Edwards is a questionable hamstring case. New England lists five starters and two reserves as out, including LG Alijah Vera‑Tucker and RG Ben Brown. The game kicks off at 7:15 p.m. on Amazon Prime and FOX 32.