Bears vs Patriots Preview: Can Defense Duplicate Dominance on Thursday Night Football

Unbearable Sports: Chicago Bears Podcast · Oct 22, 2026 · 1h

The Chicago Bears head into this matchup against the New England Patriots looking to assert themselves and build momentum, and this week’s preview show breaks down exactly how they can do it. We’ll dig into the Bears’ offensive approach, how the run game and quarterback play can stress New England’s defense, and which matchups Chicago must exploit to control the tempo. From protection adjustments to red‑zone execution, we’ll lay out the blueprint for how the Bears can dictate this game from the opening snap. On the defensive side, we’ll break down how the Bears can disrupt the Patriots’…