Bears continue strong play with scoring leads in NFL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 8:13 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026

The Chicago Bears lead the NFL in offensive plays with the lead, totaling 211 as of Week 7. Against the New England Patriots, the Bears scored on their first drive and maintained the lead for the rest of the game. The offensive strategy under Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams has refocused from comebacks to scoring early and controlling the game. The Bears' defense has also capitalized on their leads, featuring a league-ranked fifth in sacks with 17. The Bears played Thursday Night Football, adding to their aggressive strategy in front of an audience as they transition their game philosophy.
- •Bears have run 505 offensive plays this season.
- •Bears scored on their first drive against Patriots.
- •Bears' defense ranks fifth in the NFL for sacks.
- •Bears have run 112 plays in the red zone, leading the NFL.
- 8:13 PMYahoo Sports — Da Braggs Blog | Changing the past: Bears are playing with leads and playing with great poise
"LEARNING TO FLY Well, I guess everyone was right. The Bears were going to experience a regression when it came to come-from-behind wins this season. No way could they ever...
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