NFL: Chicago Bears at Atlanta Falcons
Oct 18, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) rolls out to throw the ball during the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
NFL Week 7 opens with a high-profile Thursday Night Football showdown in Chicago. The New England Patriots visit the Chicago Bears as both teams look to replicate their success from a season ago.
New England’s looking to get back to the Super Bowl, but ultimately avenge their bad fortunes that they suffered against the Seattle Seahawks. Meanwhile, the Bears are humming on offense and believe that they can be even better than last season.
Ben Johnson and Co. narrowly lost to the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL Divisional Round. Caleb Williams and DeAndre Swift have become an elite combo in Chicago’s offense, including the running back’s six rushing touchdowns in 2026.
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Both teams enter TNF with 4-2 records and a win would go a long way towards boosting their current places within the AFC and NFC playoff picture, respectively.
NFL: Chicago Bears at Atlanta Falcons
Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) and wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates after scoring against the Atlanta Falcons during the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
Both teams have officially ruled out several players heading into the important matchup.
Which players are set to miss Week 7 of Thursday Night Football? Let’s take a full look at the inactive lists for both NFL teams.
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Patriots at Bears inactives
NFL: New York Jets at New England Patriots
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) gets set to take the field prior to a game against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
Patriots inactives
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Player Position
Carlton Davis CB
Karon Prunty CB
Channing Canada CB
Ben Brown C
Joshua Farmer DT
Behren Morton QB (Emergency 3rd)
Bears inactives
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Player Position
Case Keenum QB (Emergency 3rd)
Kyle Monangai RB
Nick McCloud CB
T.J. Edwards LB
Jack Sanborn LB
Jordan McFadden OL
Jayden Loving DL
Here’s all the information necessary to watch Thursday’s Patriots-Bears game.
Patriots at Bears TV & Viewing Info
NFL: New York Jets at New England Patriots
New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown (1) misses a catch in the end zone in the first half against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
When: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time: 8:15 PM ET
TV Channel: Prime Video
Live Stream: Fubo (try for free)
Betting Odds: Bears -3, O/U: 42.5 (via DraftKings Sportsbook)
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