The Seattle Seahawks’ offense is in crisis, and first‑year offensive coordinator Brian Fleury is under fire. After a 17‑point loss to the Chicago Bears that left Seattle at 4‑4, head coach Mike Macdonald says the problems aren’t limited to one person, but many fans blame Fleury’s play‑calling and Sam Darnold’s turnovers. The article links to analyses, podcasts and videos discussing possible replacements for Fleury, injury updates—including the trade for All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson—and the broader struggles on both sides of the ball.
The Chicago Bears extend their best start since 2012 with a 34-17 win over defending champion Seattle, improving to 6-2. Rookie defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons lives up to his trade price, posting six tackles, a sack and a pass breakup while anchoring a front four that limited Seattle to 252 yards and a single third‑down conversion. Caleb Williams throws for 247 yards, a touchdown and a perfect 101 passer rating, guiding an offense that scores on every red‑zone trip. D’Andre Swift adds three rushing touchdowns, and tight end Cole Roush sees a boom in snaps after Cole Kmet’s season‑ending injury. The Bears’ secondary struggles with penalties, but the defense’s upgraded interior pressure and versatile pass rush drive the victory.
Packers defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon says the team plans for Micah Parsons’ return “every day” as the star pass rusher nears practice after a torn ACL that sidelined him since late 2025. Head coach Matt LaFleur hopes Parsons could be cleared from the PUP list this week, opening a 21‑day window to activate him. Green Bay sits 5‑3 entering Week 10 against New England, but officials stress caution to avoid rushing his rehab. Parsons’ comeback could boost a defense that helped win games 27‑13 over Detroit and 31‑7 over Chicago.
Caleb Williams sparks a 34-17 victory for the Chicago Bears over the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field, improving Chicago to 6-2 and second in the NFC North. The 18‑year‑old completed 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards, one TD and no interceptions, marking his third strong outing after returning from a hamstring injury. Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions, while Jaxon Smith‑Njigba hauled in 118 yards and a score. Teammates flooded Williams’ Instagram post with praise, and the Bears aim to extend the streak against Tampa Bay in Week 9, airing on CBS at 8:20 p.m. ET.
Caleb Williams missed three games, but his 73.8 percent completion rate and zero interceptions since returning have pushed the Chicago Bears quarterback into the MVP race.
The Chicago Bears blast the Seattle Seahawks 34‑17 on Monday Night Football, with rookie QB Caleb Williams delivering a solid 24‑of‑34, 247‑yard passing performance, one touchdown and no interceptions. His TD‑INT ratio improves as Dak Prescott overtakes Jared Goff in the league chart, while the Bears edge closer to the franchise single‑season scoring record after adding 95 points in the last three games. Running backs Rome Odunze and Luther Burden are on track for 1,000‑yard seasons as the Bears eye tough matchups against the Buccaneers, Saints, Lions, Jaguars and Dolphins.
Tom Brady praised rookie quarterback Caleb Williams as the ideal fit for Bears head coach Ben Johnson’s unconventional offense after Chicago’s 34-17 win over Seattle on Nov. 2. Brady highlighted Johnson’s shifting pocket and varied play concepts that let Williams throw on the move, use his legs, and execute planned escapes—skills that confused Seattle’s league‑best pass defense. Williams completed 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards, a TD and no interceptions, spearheading a methodical 17‑play, 80‑yard drive and a second scoring series. Brady’s endorsement signals that the Williams‑Johnson duo could finally give Bears fans the dynamic offense they’ve long coveted.
The Seattle Seahawks fall to the Chicago Bears 17-34, dropping to 4-4 and snapping a 30‑game streak of losing by four points or fewer—the fourth‑longest such run in the Super Bowl era. Quarterback Sam Darnold throws for 188 yards, two TDs and an interception as the Seahawks manage just 252 total yards. Coach Mike Macdonald admits the team was outplayed in all three phases and vows to refocus before facing the Arizona Cardinals. The loss also marks the Seahawks' first defeat by more than five points since Dec. 15, 2024.
The Chicago Bears beat the Seattle Seahawks 34-17 on Nov. 4, 2026, but the game ignites controversy after Bears linebacker Devin Bush delivers a hard hit to sliding quarterback Sam Darnold, striking his head and neck. No penalty is called despite NFL Rule 12 prohibiting contact on a defenseless sliding player, prompting criticism from reporters Albert Breer and Jason McIntyre and a flood of angry fan comments. The league may still fine Bush—first‑offense penalties can reach $17,911—but it remains uncertain if action will be taken.
The Bears’ November schedule tests their NFC North aspirations, starting with a Week 9 Sunday night clash against a rushing‑heavy Tampa Bay Buccaneers team that logged 324 ground yards against Atlanta. Defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons and a top‑ranked run defense must contain Bucky Irving and Kenny Gainwell, while quarterback Caleb Williams looks to repeat his 308‑yard, two‑TD performance. A Week 10 bye offers Ben Johnson’s staff time to tighten third‑down and red‑zone play and heal injuries before hosting the New Orleans Saints—who the Bears beat 26-14 last season—in Week 11. The month ends with a Thanksgiving showdown versus the Detroit Lions, who beat Chicago 52-21 last year; Jared Goff’s 15‑TD start and the Lions’ big‑play offense will force Chicago to pressure the quarterback and dominate the clock to improve its 11-9 Thanksgiving edge.
NFL Trade Rumors' Week 9 power rankings, compiled from eight elite sources, place the Buffalo Bills atop at 6‑1 after a 36‑10 win over the Ravens. The San Francisco 49ers sit second (6‑1) following a bye, while the Chicago Bears surge to third (6‑2) after a 34‑17 victory over Seattle, bolstered by All‑Pro Jeffery Simmons. The Jacksonville Jaguars (5‑2) and Denver Broncos (6‑2) round out the top five, each riding dominant wins. Notably, the Kansas City Chiefs slip to sixth after a 28‑24 loss to Denver, and the Minnesota Vikings fall to seventh despite a 6‑1 record, highlighting offensive woes. The rankings reflect recent performances and potential trade‑deadline moves.
The Chicago Bears have three potential trade targets remaining after landing Jeffery Simmons, including two edge rushers and a safety.
Week 8 wrapped with an impressive performance by the Chicago Bears and their newest defensive playmaker, Jeffery Simmons. The Bears are just one of several teams that have scrambled to add new pieces ahead of next week's trade deadline.
In his first game with the Chicago Bears, star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons made an immediate impact, showing how one move can strengthen a playoff-contending team.
Bleacher Report lifts the Chicago Bears to fourth in its NFL power rankings after a 34-17 Monday Night win over the defending champion Seattle Seahawks in Week 8. Quarterback Caleb Williams and new All‑Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons sparked the dominant performance, giving the Bears their third straight primetime victory and solidifying a Super Bowl‑contending profile. The Bears now sit behind Denver, San Francisco and Buffalo, with analysts praising the revamped defense and electric offense as key to a potential championship run.
The Chicago Bears return from their Seattle win, where rookie defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons debuted spectacularly and RB D’Andre Swift tallied three touchdowns in a 34-17 victory. Coach Ben Johnson praised quarterback Caleb Williams for mastering an “elaborate game plan” against the Seahawks. Now the Bears shift focus to Sunday’s matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who shocked Atlanta with a shutout win. Fans are urged to discuss the team’s progress and the impact of new additions ahead of the next game.
The article examines whether Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles can keep his job after the team drops to 3-5 heading into a daunting Sunday night matchup against Super Bowl‑contending Chicago, who sit at 6-2. It outlines the Bucs' underdog status and the stakes of the game for Bowles' future.
In his Bears debut, former Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons helped Chicago topple defending champion Seattle Seahawks 34-17, lifting the Bears to 6‑2. Acquired for two future first‑rounders and a fourth‑round pick, Simmons posted six tackles (team‑high), a sack on Sam Darnold, two tackles for loss, a pass deflection, and constant quarterback pressure in 48 snaps. Head coach Ben Johnson praised Simmons’ “presence” and impact, noting his vocal leadership and immediate production. Simmons echoed the sentiment, emphasizing personal standards and line‑of‑scrimmage dominance. Chicago now gears up for a showdown with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams racked up over $35,000 in NFL fines after wearing unauthorized Caddix cleats with the brand’s “SmartStuds” injury‑prevention technology. After a $11,941 fine in Week 6 and a second $23,882 penalty, he began covering the Caddix logo to comply with league rules. Caddix CEO Jack Rasmussen stepped in, offering to pay the fines and stressing the product’s health benefits, while stressing no sponsorship deal exists. The move could set a precedent for players using non‑partner gear that improves safety, potentially reshaping NFL footwear policy.
The Chicago Bears have surged to a three‑game winning streak, each with 30+ points and zero turnovers, a feat only matched by 1940s teams led by Hall of Famer Sid Luckman. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, the first Bear to achieve that scoring run, sparked MVP chatter after a 59‑point Week 1 outburst, though a hamstring injury sidelined him for three games. Comparisons to Joe Montana’s 1989 MVP season highlight that efficiency, not raw totals, could propel Williams into the race if the Bears stay dominant. Fans are now asked to weigh their confidence in both the team and Williams as the season heads into a third primetime game.
In Seattle’s Week 8 loss to Chicago, the Seahawks’ offense struggled across the board: they ran 11‑person sets on 59% of snaps, dropped to a season‑low 35% drop‑back success and recorded just 6% explosive passes, ranking near the bottom in EPA/play. Play‑action usage collapsed, and the team went 1‑of‑11 on third down, with most attempts coming on 7+ yard situations. Defensively, Seattle allowed a red‑zone touchdown on four of five trips and surrendered a league‑best 53% passing success rate, while giving up three sacks (39% pressure rate). Meanwhile, the Bears limited Seattle’s yards per drive but increased their own, highlighting the Seahawks’ overall inefficiency.
Caleb Williams led the Chicago Bears to a 34-17 Monday Night Football win over the Seattle Seahawks, completing 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards and a touchdown while posting a 70.6% completion rate and a 101.0 QB rating. Wideout Rome Odunze contributed four catches on six targets for 87 yards, delivering key first downs and baffling defenders with his routes. The victory moves the Bears to 6‑2, tightening the NFC North race as the Vikings sit at 6‑1. Both players highlighted their chemistry on social media, with Williams urging critics to "keep doubting this." The Bears next host the Buccaneers on Sunday at 8:20 p.m. ET.
Chicago Bears star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons didn't need much time to prove why he was worth everything they gave up to get him.
The Chicago Bears beat the defending Super Bowl champs Seattle Seahawks 34-17 on Monday night, improving to 6-2, with quarterback Caleb Williams throwing for 247 yards and a TD while being sacked only once. Since returning from a hamstring injury, Williams has led the Bears to a 3‑0 record, posting 860 passing yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions, and the team has never trailed, holding a 158:33 of 180‑minute lead margin. Although DraftKings lists him at +500 behind Josh Allen, Brock Purdy and Joe Burrow, his near‑perfect play and the Bears’ winning streak are fueling an MVP conversation.
Caleb Williams quieted the cleat controversy in Seattle by wearing matte‑black Caddix shoes without a visible logo during Chicago's 34‑17 win over the Seahawks. After two NFL fines totalling $35,823 for displaying the brand, the 18‑year‑old quarterback said he wanted to "calm things down" and avoid distracting the team. He kept the preferred footwear but concealed the logo, while still planning to appeal both fines at a hearing on Nov. 10. The move underscores the NFL’s rule that only licensed brands may show logos, and highlights Williams' belief that Caddix improves his foot health.