In a recent episode of the Making Monsters podcast, former Bears cornerback Jerry Azumah and Seattle Times writer Bob Condotta break down the upcoming Bears‑Seahawks clash. They highlight rookie safety/strong‑side linebacker Nick Emmanwori as Seattle’s biggest X‑factor, noting his versatile rush‑end role that confounds offensive game plans. The hosts also discuss Chicago’s new defensive anchor Jeffery Simmons, the impact of the Seahawks’ trade for Quenton Nelson, and Azumah’s wish for a corner‑back upgrade to shore up the Bears’ secondary. The preview offers tactical insights from both sides ahead of the November 1 showdown.
The Seattle Seahawks gear up for a Monday Night Football showdown with the Chicago Bears on Nov. 1, 2026. Health updates show a healthier backfield as running back Zach Charbonnet is cleared for his debut and rookie Jadarian Price likely returns, though two other starters remain sidelined. New O‑line tweaks are in place, but their impact is uncertain. Analysts note the Bears field the NFL’s worst pass defense, raising optimism for Seattle’s offense. All eyes are on how the refreshed roster performs in prime‑time at Lumen Field.
The Week 8 NFL slate kicks off Sunday, November 1, with 13 games starting at 1 PM ET across CBS, FOX and NBC. Highlight matchups include the Ravens at the Bills (CBS) and the Eagles vs. Commanders on Sunday Night Football (NBC). Monday Night Football features the Bears at the Seahawks (ESPN). No international game is scheduled. Fans can stream out‑of‑market games via NFL+ Premium or NFL RedZone, and cord‑cutters can watch on YouTube TV, Fubo TV, Paramount+, Hulu + Live TV or a digital antenna.
Despite a 5-2 record and a recent win over the Patriots, 7% of poll voters still lack confidence in the Chicago Bears, keeping overall fan confidence at 92.7%. The dip may stem from concerns about the defensive line, now addressed by the high‑profile trade for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, who joins a defense already generating pressure and could boost the team's DPOY odds to +2000. Simmons’ presence may free nickelback Kyler Gordon—who already has four sacks in two games—to focus more on coverage, especially ahead of Monday night’s matchup against the Seattle Seahawks and star receiver Jaxon Smith‑Njigba. The article asks lingering skeptics what more they need to see for full confidence.
The New York Jets host the Las Vegas Raiders at 1:00 p.m. ET on FOX, with Kenny Albert and Jonathan Vilma handling play‑by‑play. The game airs in a limited FOX footprint covering New York, Hartford, Albany, Burlington (VT), Miami, parts of Nevada, Northern California, Idaho and Oregon. Viewers in those markets can stream via FOX One or NFL+, while others can watch through NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube or YouTubeTV (subscriptions required). The article also notes other NFL broadcasts: Eagles vs Commanders on NBC and Bears vs Seahawks on ESPN.
The Seahawks’ defense faces its toughest test Monday, November 2, when the Bears’ rushing attack arrives at Lumen Field. Seven games into the season, the Seahawks rank No. 1 in total defense, No. 1 in pass defense, No. 6 in rush defense, fourth in scoring defense, and second in third-down defense. The Bears, meanwhile, rank […]
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Walking into Lumen Field on October 25, the Seattle Seahawks had too much pressure on their shoulder as they were going to face off against an undefeated Andy Reid’s squad. But ultimately, they won over their fear, handing the Chiefs a 20-3 defeat. However, not everything went to the Seahawks’ favor that night. “Seahawks edge […]
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With the NFL trade deadline just two weeks away, Daily Norseman asks whether the undefeated Minnesota Vikings should add former Colts star RB Jonathan Taylor. The piece weighs the potential boost against a tight cap—only $37.7 million projected for 2027—and the risk of sacrificing future flexibility, especially with key contracts expiring for players like Kyler Murray, Aaron Jones and Justin Jefferson. It outlines the likely cost: a $4.4 million salary plus incentives and at least a 2nd‑ and 3rd‑round pick, while the Colts seek a first‑rounder. Competing suitors include the Packers, Broncos and Seahawks, making the decision pivotal for a deep playoff run.
Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport report the 2-5 Colts are now open to trading Jonathan Taylor, with the Broncos, Packers, Vikings, Giants and Seahawks all reportedly interested.
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The New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown suffered an unfortunate injury in his Week 1 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The organization faced a major setback as Brown had to miss four games. The wide receiver returned in the Week 6 matchup against the New York Jets. Unfortunately, Brown was not able to deliver […]
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Coach Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears sit atop the NFC North heading into Week 8’s game in Seattle that got a big Colston Loveland injury update. The Bears traded for DT Jeffrey Simmons at the trade deadline and could trade more players, but running back Kyle Monangai is not expected to be one of them. Johnson […]
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Jonah Coleman is beginning to carve out a larger role in Denver's backfield just as the Chiefs are trying to recover from an ugly defensive performance against Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks are expected to welcome veteran running back Zach Charbonnet back to the field for the first time this season when they face the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. As the Seahawks (4-3) prepare for their Week 8 matchup against the Bears (5-2), Charbonnet carries no injury designation and is expected to […]
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The Seahawks will have multiple starters sidelined in Monday's massive prime time matchup with the Bears, but for the first time all season, the backfield could be truly whole with Zach Charbonnet ready to roll.
The Seattle Seahawks host the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football in Week 8, debuting six‑time All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson after left tackle Charles Cross is ruled out with an ankle injury. With Anthony Bradford questionable and both Rashid Shaheed and Velus Jones Jr. sidelined, Josh Jones shifts to left tackle and Grey Zabel moves to right guard. The Seahawks also need to activate backup RB Jadarian Price to the 53‑man roster before kickoff, as neither he nor Zach Charbonnet has a gameday designation. The Bears arrive with new defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, setting up a high‑stakes showdown at Lumen Field.
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Kansas City Chiefs 20-3 Sunday, but edge rusher Uchenna Nwosu draws a $17,911 fine for a horse‑collar tackle on Patrick Mahomes. The penalty forced a replayed down, and Mahomes later recovered a strip‑sack by Derick Hall to preserve a Chiefs field goal. It’s the only fine issued in the game, and a repeat horse‑collar offense will trigger a one‑game suspension. Nwosu is listed as doubtful for Monday Night Football against the Chicago Bears, raising questions about his availability.
The Vikings announced the elevation of veteran RB DeeJay Dallas to the Week 8 active roster. Dallas, 28, is a former fourth-round pick of the Seahawks back in 2020. He signed a four-year, $3.79 million contract with Seattle. Dallas finished out his rookie deal and was testing the open market as an unrestricted free agent […]
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The Raiders should lean heavily on blitzing to disrupt Geno Smith and the Jets’ offense in Week 8, argues Silver and Black Pride. Smith, a 70% completion veteran, still throws 21 sacks this season and falters under pressure. Las Vegas ranks fifth in total pressures (73) and third in pressure percentage (29.2%), but needs more aggressive blitzes to curb the Jets’ low‑ranking offense (27th in points, 23rd in yards). Defensive coordinator Rob Leonard, mentored by Vikings and Seahawks coaches, has already called 61 blitzes (tied 16th in the league). Targeting the run and pass with linebackers Quay Walker, Nakobe Dean and cornerback Taron Johnson could shake Smith’s confidence and stop the Raiders’ recent defensive lapses.
Adam Thielen told ESPN’s NFL Live why Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wideout DK Metcalf have struggled to click this season. Thielen says Rodgers prefers static, straightforward routes, while Metcalf isn’t the type to line up and play without motion or stack concepts, limiting his effectiveness. Metcalf has recorded just 850 total yards, with only 374 through the first seven games and one 100‑yard effort against Cleveland. Thielen’s insight, based on having played with both players, highlights Metcalf’s lack of versatility as a key obstacle for the Steelers' AFC North push.
Monday night’s showdown between the 5‑2 Chicago Bears and 4‑3 Seattle Seahawks gains extra drama as running back Kyle Monangai is ruled out for a fourth straight game with a thumb/toe injury. The Bears list cornerback Malik Muhammad (toe) and linebacker D’Marco Jackson (ankle) as questionable, but T.J. Edwards, Jack Sanborn and tight end Colston Loveland are cleared to play. Seahawks injury details are pending.
Seattle’s defense, under Mike Macdonald, has just shut down the Broncos (17 points) and the Chiefs (only three points) in back‑to‑back games, forcing quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes into modest totals. Now the Bears, 5‑2 and led by rising offensive mind Ben Johnson, arrive in Seattle. Johnson’s motion‑heavy, balanced attack will test Macdonald’s scheme, especially against quarterback Caleb Williams, whose pocket play is Seattle’s priority. The tight‑end battle—Chicago’s Colston Loveland (26 catches, 244 yards, 2 TDs) versus Seattle’s Ernest Jones—could also swing the outcome. The preview highlights how Seattle must keep Williams in the pocket while containing the Bears’ versatile offense.
Former Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck officially says goodbye to his Weston, Massachusetts home, the $5.6 million estate he bought in August 2016. The 12,835‑sq‑ft, 2.4‑acre property—featuring six en‑suite bedrooms, a cherry‑wood library, a barn with horse stalls, riding arena and pool—held his family for over a decade. Hasselbeck, who began his NFL career with Green Bay in 1998 before starring in Seattle and stints in Tennessee and Indianapolis, posted a nostalgic Instagram tribute thanking his dad, friends and “Titan.” His next residence remains unknown.
The Chicago Bears have made their intentions clear ahead of the 2026 NFL trade deadline. Their significant acquisition of Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans has strengthened an already competitive roster, and the defensive tackle is preparing to make his Chicago debut against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football. Simmons has also expressed his […]
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Monday Night Football pits Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald against Chicago Bears offensive mastermind Ben Johnson. Fresh from a primetime win over the Chiefs, the Seahawks seek another upset against a Bears unit refreshed by All‑Pro defensive end Jeffrey Simmons. The Q&A with Bill Zimmerman highlights Johnson’s adaptable, chess‑like play‑calling that keeps defenses guessing, and how Simmons transforms Chicago’s pass rush, giving the Bears a genuine playoff‑caliber edge. With both sides boasting top coaches and newly‑added talent, the clash promises a strategic showdown at Soldier Field.
The Indianapolis Colts are fielding serious trade interest for star running back Jonathan Taylor ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler says multiple teams—potentially the Seahawks, Packers, Giants, Broncos and Vikings—value Taylor at a “2+” package, likely a second‑round pick plus additional selections. However, the Colts already turned down a 2027 second‑rounder plus extra compensation, signaling they want a premium. Despite the chatter, Taylor is expected to play Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and no deal is imminent.