Bears claim 30-24 victory over Patriots in primetime showdown
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 4:04 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
The Chicago Bears won 30-24 against the New England Patriots on Thursday night at Soldier Field. Cairo Santos' career-long 58-yard field goal put the Bears ahead late in the game, allowing them to end the Patriots' three-game win streak. Quarterback Caleb Williams threw for 308 yards and two touchdowns, while Drake Maye of the Patriots passed for 321 yards with two touchdowns but made critical errors, including an interception. The Bears showcased resilience against a strong opponent and improved to a 5-2 record, now looking ahead to a matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The Patriots will have time to regroup before facing the Miami Dolphins next week, despite ongoing injury concerns.
- •Chicago improves to 5-2 with the victory.
- •Cairo Santos kicked a 58-yard field goal for the Bears' win.
- •Caleb Williams threw for 308 yards and two touchdowns.
- •Drake Maye had 321 passing yards but threw one interception.
- •Patriots face the Dolphins next week, looking to bounce back.
- 4:14 AMYahoo Sports — NFL world reacts to Bears' thrilling prime-time win vs. Patriots
- 4:04 AMYahoo Sports — Instant analysis of Bears ending Patriots' three-game win streak
- 4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Instant analysis of the Bears' 30-24 win vs. Patriots in prime time
"The Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots, 30-24, on Thursday Night Football. Now, they are 5-2 and have sent a message to the NFL.
"The Chicago Bears had a thrilling 30-24 win over the New England Patriots on Thursday night. Here are some of the best reactions.
"The Patriots suffered a heartbreaking loss on the road in a primetime Thursday night clash with the Bears.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 4:14 AMNFL world reacts to Bears' thrilling prime-time win vs. Patriots
The Chicago Bears had a thrilling 30-24 win over the New England Patriots on Thursday night. Here are some of the best reactions.
- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 4:04 AMInstant analysis of Bears ending Patriots' three-game win streak
The Patriots suffered a heartbreaking loss on the road in a primetime Thursday night clash with the Bears.
- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 4:01 AMInstant analysis of the Bears' 30-24 win vs. Patriots in prime time
The Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots, 30-24, on Thursday Night Football. Now, they are 5-2 and have sent a message to the NFL.
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