Patriots coach Mike Vrabel highlights Bears' physical defense ahead of matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:40 PM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel assessed the Chicago Bears' defense before their Week 7 game on Thursday night. Vrabel emphasized the Bears' physicality and cohesion, noting challenges posed by their pressure and coverage schemes. The Bears have allowed 1,368 passing yards and nine touchdowns this season, while giving up 543 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns. The Patriots aim to leverage opportunities in their running game while dealing with injury concerns in their lineup. The game is crucial for New England as they seek to improve to 5-2 on the season.
- •Patriots face the Bears on Thursday night.
- •Vrabel praised the Bears' physical defense and teamwork.
- •Bears have allowed 1,368 passing yards this season.
- •New England looks to exploit the Bears' run defense.
- •Patriots aim for a 5-2 record this season.
- 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots coach Mike Vrabel's blunt assessment of Bears' defense
"Despite all of the talk of offense, Patriots coach Mike Vrabel knows the "physical" challenges the Bears' defensive unit presents.
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