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The Chicago Bears got back on track in Week 6. Chicago took care of Atlanta on Sunday thanks to the return of Caleb Williams at quarterback. Unfortunately, the Bears will be without one of their offensive weapons once again as they prepare for Thursday Night Football against the Patriots. The Bears have ruled out running […] The post Kyle Monangai won’t play for Bears vs. Patriots on TNF appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Vrabel wouldn’t say whether the Pats would activate tackle Marcus Bryant from IR, but did commit to Matt Pryor and Walter Rouse as the starting guards.
The Patriots head to Soldier Field without both starting guards—Alijah Vera‑Tucker (hamstring) and Ben Brown (knee)—as Coach Mike Vrabel confirms they’re out for Thursday’s 8:15 p.m. ET clash with the Chicago Bears. The secondary also loses cornerbacks Carlton Davis III, Karon Prunty and Channing Canada to injuries, while the Bears sit RB Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe) and LB Jack Sanborn (concussion). Questionable Patriots include OT Morgan Moses (foot) and LB Christian Elliss (chest). With Matt Pryor and Walter Rouse stepping in at guard, New England’s line faces a major test.
Drake Maye needed to make major changes after a rough start to the 2026 season, and from what we've seen, he's finally gotten on the right track.
Former Jets stars Bart Scott and Willie Colon say New York’s 2‑4 start stems from “situational football” failures, not talent. They point to miscommunication on fourth‑down plays against the Patriots and question why rookie sensation Garrett Wilson isn’t getting more targets. Looking ahead, they believe a win over Miami or Las Vegas could bring the Jets to a 4‑4 record. Scott adds the team doesn’t need a first‑round QB; a veteran like former Patriots Pro Bowler Mac Jones or a second‑round prospect could solve the quarterback need.
Drake Maye and the New England Patriots continued their win streak with a 26-19 win over the New York Jets in Foxborough this weekend. Maye finished 18/32, throwing for 235 yards and three touchdowns. Greg Bedard and Nick Cattles review Maye’s day, and Greg reveals how he graded the quarterback’s performance. FULL EPISODE: https://youtu.be/lFmDJtfPihc?si=chfDHwHnn4JI7PW9 The [...] The post Greg Bedard Loves What He’s Seeing From Drake Maye appeared first on CLNS Media .
DeMario Douglas has given the New England Patriots plenty to feel good about over the past few weeks. His role in the passing game has grown, and Drake Maye has started finding him more often as the Patriots offense gets into a better rhythm; however, Sunday’s win over the New York Jets also gave the […] The post DeMario ‘Pop’ Douglas Explains What Went Wrong After Admitting He Wanted the End Zone Too Badly appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis told the New York Post that he has a beef with Kirk Cousins and Tom Brady. Davis is upset that Cousins gets VIP treatment, and he is still bothered by Brady copying his style in a viral post from a year ago. Mark Davis Discloses Feud With Tom Brady, […] The post “What The Hell?” “I Have to Wait in Line”: Raiders Owner Reveals Beef With Tom Brady, Kirk Cousins appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
The Chicago Bears host the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football, marking a pivotal Week 7 showdown. After a 1‑2 start, the Patriots have surged with three straight wins, highlighted by a 26‑19 victory over the Jets and a blowout of the Raiders, while quarterback Drake Maye rebounds from early interceptions to a 10‑1 TD‑to‑INT stretch. The Bears, 4‑2 overall, look to rebound from a shaky 31‑23 win over Atlanta after earlier losses to the Packers and Vikings. With the Bears –2.5 favorites, key injuries on New England (including A.J. Brown and several defensive backs) and a rematch of 2024’s top‑draft picks Caleb Williams and Maye, the game could reshape both teams’ playoff narratives.
Patrick Mahomes had a humorous reaction after matching Tom Brady’s record for the fewest games needed to reach 100 career quarterback wins. The Kansas City Chiefs star acknowledged the significance of the achievement while poking fun at how frequently his name has been linked to the legendary former New England Patriots quarterback. Mahomes reached the […] The post Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes Has Jokes After Tying Tom Brady Record appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
The NFL is entering week seven on Thursday Night when the New England Patriots and Chicago Bears face off against each other. November 10th marks the trade deadline, and with that date being less than three full weeks away rumors are starting to pick up steam. One of those rumors involve a superstar wide receiver […] The post NFL: Bombshell Wide Receiver Trade Between AFC And NFC Team Rumored To Be – What We Know appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Drake Maye has previously faced Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears during his short NFL career. That matchup came in Maye and Williams’ rookie season, when the former led the New England Patriots to a 19-3 road win over the Bears, completing 15 of 25 passes for 184 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. But […] The post “Can Crush You With His Legs”: HC Ben Johnson Rings Alarm Bells for Bears Ahead of Drake Maye Encounter appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Steelers' pass rush has fizzled after a strong start—four sacks on Falcons’ Cooper Rush and three on Patriots’ Drake Maye—dropping to just four sacks in the next three games. Former GM (name not disclosed) says defensive coordinator Patrick Graham is finally “getting a handle” on the unit, tweaking schemes and personnel to revitalize the attack. Graham’s adjustments could reset Pittsburgh’s pressure game as the season heads deeper into the schedule.
Mike has a lot to run through on a short week. First, he delves into how the Patriots beat the Jets, why Drake Maye is making good strides, and maybe an area to be concerned about defensively. Then, he dives in the Bears, discussing Caleb Williams’ return from injury, the play of Colston Loveland, and [...] The post Drake Maye Has Returned to MVP Level + Bears Preview | All 32 NFL Podcast appeared first on CLNS Media .
The Patriots placed Romeo Doubs on IR, and could look to find a replacement in this Browns wideout.
The Bears face an injury‑hit Patriots line as they head into Thursday’s matchup at Soldier Field. New England’s interior guards Alijah Vera‑Tucker, Ben Brown and tackle Morgan Moses are questionable after Sunday’s loss to the Jets, adding to an already depleted unit with Greg Van Roten, Michael Owenwu and Marcus Bryant on IR. Chicago can exploit this by pressuring rookie QB Drake Maye, whose career‑high 26.2% pressure rate threatens the Patriots’ offense. Defensive end Grady Jarrett, a 2025 free‑agent signing, has logged five pressures, three hurries and two QB hits in six games and could generate the sacks needed to disrupt Maye, especially against backups Matt Pryor and Walter Rouse on the Pats’ line. Success hinges on Jarrett’s ability to create pressure and force New England into blitzes.
The Patriots head into Week 7's Thursday Night Football against the Bears with a flood of injuries, forcing Coach Mike Vrabel to lean on backup players like rookie guard Caleb Lomu and veteran tackle Walter Rouse, who makes his first start at left guard. Quarterback Drake Maye, fresh off a 235‑yard, three‑TD win over the Jets, is expected to run play‑action while A.J. Brown and other key receivers look to rebound from recent drop issues. The matchup pits a beleaguered Patriots offense against a healthy Bears defense, with broadcasts slated for 8:15 PM on Thursday.
The Patriots' recent trend of being aggressive on fourth down has raised an uncomfortable question about Mike Vrabel's trust in young kicker Andy Borregales.
Drake Maye is showing an impressive display of resilience, and he is further proving why he's the franchise quarterback for the New England Patriots.
Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 7 fantasy football lineup decisions involve […]
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel says rookie offensive lineman Caleb Lomu must be ready to play multiple positions as New England battles O‑line protection woes ahead of Thursday Night Football versus the Chicago Bears. Insider Evan Lazar notes the Patriots’ draft strategy favors movement and athleticism—highlighting Lomu, Will Campbell, Jared Wilson and Alijah Vera‑Tucker—to shield quarterback Drake Maye. With the front line struggling, Vrabel hints Lomu could see guard snaps soon, testing his versatility in a crucial short‑week matchup.
The Patriots travel to Chicago for Thursday Night Football, marking only the 17th meeting with the Bears. New England leads the all‑time series 11‑5, winning six of the last eight games since 2000, including a 33‑30 comeback in 2002 and a 51‑23 rout in 2014. Chicago’s sole playoff win came in Super Bowl XX, a 46‑10 blowout. The most recent clash was a 19‑3 Patriots victory at Soldier Field in 2024, highlighted by nine sacks on Caleb Williams. The teams face off again at 8:20 p.m. ET on Thursday.
As soon as Fernando Mendoza made his much-anticipated debut for the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 5 against the New England Patriots, speculation quickly grew that he might replace Kirk Cousins as the starting quarterback. Even though Mendoza was inserted only in the fourth quarter, with the outcome already settled in favor of the Patriots, […] The post Why Kurt Warner pumps brakes on Fernando Mendoza starting over Kirk Cousins speculation appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The New England Patriots and Chicago Bears will square off in a battle of 2024 class quarterbacks, and things will get wild on Thursday Night Football.
Seattle’s 29-13 win over New England in Super Bowl LX gave the Seahawks a second Lombardi Trophy and left the list of NFL teams without one untouched. Anyone scanning the NFL odds to win Super Bowl LXI will find 12 of the league’s 32 franchises still chasing a first title. Eight of them have reached […] The post Which NFL teams have never won a Super Bowl? appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .