NFL Odds, Predictions: Patriots vs. Bears Week 7 TNF Preview & Picks (Oct 22)
- Patriots vs. Bears odds favor Chicago at -155.
- Caleb Williams came back in Week 6.
- The Patriots have the 5th-scoring defense in the NFL, 18.8 ppg.
NFL Week 7 starts in Chicago, where locked-in Bears host the New England Patriots. Both teams play well and are candidates to win their respective divisions.
Here are the latest NFL Week 7 odds.
How to Watch
- When: Thursday, October 22, 2026, 8:15 PM ET
- Where: Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois
- How to Watch: Prime Video
Patriots vs. Bears Odds
Game Preview
Drake Maye solidified his form. After a 5-TD game in Week 5, he had three touchdown passes against the Jets in a 26-19 win. The Pats are a top-10 offense in yards per game, both rushing and receiving, but they rank 19th in scoring defense.
On the other hand, the defense is the 5th best in the league, allowing only 18.8 points. CB Christian Gonzales is one of the top three at his position, while LB Elijah Ponder leads the way with 5.5 sacks.
The Bears were dominant in Atlanta, beating the Falcons 31-23. The result might make it seem like a close game, but the hosts cut the deficit in the final period. QB Caleb Williams returned, completing his first 12 passes and finishing with 3-5 passing yards and one touchdown.
Rushers were again Chicago’s driving force. D’Andre Swift had 44 yards on the ground and 2 scores, while third-string RB Roschon Johnson had 51 yards for one touchdown, replacing Kyle Monangai perfectly.
Patriots vs. Bears Predictions
Bears have a much higher scoring ceiling than the Pats. Even though Maye and the guys look solid and their defense is one of the best in the league, the Bears probably have the nastiest offense, with the No. 1 rushing attack in the league, and we predict a Bears win. That heavy run game wears down the rivals, opening space for Williams to do his magic.
- Free NFL expert picks: Bears
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