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Thursday, October 22, 2026

Patriots and Bears Set for Thursday Night Football Showdown

Both teams enter Week 7 with identical 4-2 records in a pivotal matchup.

US Politics • 2 hours ago
Patriots and Bears Set for Thursday Night Football Showdown

The New England Patriots and Chicago Bears will face off on Thursday Night Football on October 22, with both teams holding a 4-2 record heading into the Week 7 contest. The game is scheduled to kick off at 8:15 p.m. ET at Soldier Field in Chicago.

This matchup marks the return of Bears starting quarterback Caleb Williams, who missed three games with a torn hamstring. Williams returned last week, completing 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards and one touchdown in a 31-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

The Patriots are entering the game on a three-game winning streak. In their last outing, quarterback Drake Maye threw three touchdowns to secure a 26-19 win against the New York Jets.

The game will be streamed exclusively on Amazon Prime Video nationwide. New subscribers can sign up for a 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime, which includes access to Prime Video and other benefits like free two-day shipping. After the trial period, Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139 annually. A discounted Prime for Young Adults membership is also available for individuals aged 18-24, offering a 50% discount after a six-month free trial.

This is the first of several Thursday Night Football matchups scheduled for the season, all of which will be available on Prime Video. Other upcoming games include the Panthers vs. Packers on October 29 and the Jaguars vs. Ravens on November 5.


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