Bears prepare for matchup against Jets with optimism for Week 4
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 1:34 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
The Chicago Bears are set to face the New York Jets in Week 4. Chicago's quarterback situation remains uncertain, with Case Keenum and Tyson Bagent as viable options following Caleb Williams' hamstring injury. The Bears boast a strong rushing offense leading the NFL, while the Jets struggle to run the ball and may be without their star running back. Additionally, quarterback Geno Smith has a poor record against NFC North teams, further fueling Bears' hopes.
- •Bears have the best rushing offense in the NFL through three weeks
- •Jets have the 10th-most rushing attempts but fewest yards per attempt
- •Geno Smith has historically struggled against NFC North teams
- •Jets' offensive line has given up nine sacks in the last two games
- •Caleb Williams ruled out, leaving Keenum and Bagent as options
- 1:34 PMYahoo Sports — 3 reasons for optimism as the Bears face the Jets in Week 4
"Here are three reasons for optimism as the Chicago Bears prepare to face the New York Jets in Week 4.
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