Patriots lose to Bears 30-24, Maye shines despite offensive struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 7:21 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026

The New England Patriots fell to the Chicago Bears 30-24 on Thursday night, ending their three-game winning streak. Quarterback Drake Maye completed 24 of 31 passes for 321 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception, and led the Patriots in rushing with 26 yards and a touchdown. Despite accumulating 380 total yards of offense, New England struggled to maintain a consistent ground game, finishing with only 70 rushing yards. Rhamondre Stevenson stood out, accumulating 115 total yards with a touchdown reception. Following the loss, Pro Football Focus grades revealed Hunter Henry was the top-performing player for the Patriots.
- •Patriots record falls to 3-4 with loss to Bears on October 23, 2026.
- •Drake Maye accounted for over 300 passing yards and two touchdowns.
- •Rhamondre Stevenson gained 115 yards from scrimmage, including a touchdown catch.
- •New England's ground game averaged only 4.1 yards per carry.
- •Hunter Henry received the highest Pro Football Focus grade at 81.1.
- 7:21 PMYahoo Sports — Best and worst offensive PFF grades for Patriots in loss to Bears
"Tracking the best and worst Pro Football Focus grades for the Patriots' offense after their loss to the Bears on Thursday night.
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