Bears edge Patriots with 300-yard game from Caleb Williams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 3:15 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026

The Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots 30-24 on October 22, 2026, at Soldier Field. Caleb Williams showcased a strong performance, passing for over 300 yards for the second consecutive game. Despite a close contest, the Bears maintained a lead throughout and produced key plays on fourth downs. Cairo Santos contributed significantly with a long field goal to secure the victory. The Bears defense intercepted Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, allowing them to hold onto their lead in the fourth quarter.
- •Bears led wire to wire against the Patriots.
- •Caleb Williams passed for over 300 yards with no interceptions.
- •Cairo Santos hit a career-long 58-yard field goal to seal the win.
- •Bears intercepted Drake Maye, resulting in the game's only turnover.
- •Chicago had 405 total yards compared to New England's 380.
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Bears vs. Patriots: Inside the Snap Counts, Stats, and 300 passing yards
"Here are the Bears' snap counts, stats, and more from the win over the Patriots, including 300-yard nuggets and a Cairo Santos redemption.
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