Bears at Falcons
Chicago Bears 42, Atlanta Falcons 14 · LongHallML
Final Score
Bears 42 4 TD · 0 FG · 6 XP
Falcons 14 2 TD · 0 FG · 2 XPCaleb Williams 300 yds passingBijan Robinson 161 yds rushingZavion Thomas 233 yds receivingT.J. Edwards 1 tkl defenseTotal yards 309 · 267Passing yards 294 · 105Rushing yards 15 · 162Completions 8/12 · 8/13Yards per carry 5.0 · 10.8Recap
Franchise Hub Beat · 3d ago
In a commanding performance, the Chicago Bears toppled the Atlanta Falcons with a final score of 42-14 in Week 6 of the 2026 season. This victory not only showcases the Bears’ offensive prowess but also solidifies their position in the playoff race, putting them in the driver’s seat as the season progresses.
Caleb Williams was the star of the show for Chicago, throwing for 300 yards and four touchdowns, demonstrating both precision and poise throughout the game. Zavion Thomas was his favorite target, racking up an impressive 233 receiving yards, while the Falcons struggled to contain the Bears' dynamic passing attack. On the ground, Bijan Robinson shined for Atlanta, rushing for 161 yards, but it wasn’t enough to keep pace with Chicago's explosive offense.
Defensively, the Bears were relentless, with A.J. Haulcy leading the team with three total tackles, and Jordan van den Berg adding a crucial sack. T.J. Edwards’ interception marked a significant turning point in the game, stifling a Falcons drive and allowing Chicago to extend their lead. Overall, the Bears' defense effectively neutralized Atlanta's efforts, securing a dominant victory that will resonate as they move deeper into the season.
Box Score
| Player | C/A | PCT | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bears | ||||||
| Caleb WilliamsQB | 8/12 | 67% | 300 | 4 | 0 | 149.3 |
| Falcons | ||||||
| Michael Penix JrQB | 7/13 | 54% | 120 | 1 | 2 | 71.4 |
| Zachariah BranchWR | 1/0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Player | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bears | |||||||
| Caleb WilliamsQB | 2 | 12 | 6.0 | 7 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| D'Andre SwiftHB | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Falcons | |||||||
| Bijan RobinsonHB | 14 | 161 | 11.5 | 23 | 1 | 53 | 0 |
| Brian Robinson JrHB | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | — | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Player | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bears | |||||||
| Zavion ThomasWR | 4 | 233 | 58.3 | 32 | 4 | 70 | 0 |
| D'Andre SwiftHB | 2 | 40 | 20.0 | 15 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| Luther Burden IIIWR | 1 | 17 | 17.0 | 16 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| Jordyn TysonWR | 1 | 10 | 10.0 | 6 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Falcons | |||||||
| Zachariah BranchWR | 3 | 64 | 21.3 | 53 | 0 | 28 | 0 |
| Kyle Pitts SrTE | 3 | 49 | 16.3 | 5 | 1 | 27 | 0 |
| Bijan RobinsonHB | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Player | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bears | |||||
| T.J. EdwardsWILL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kyler GordonCB | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A.J. HaulcySS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordan van den BergDT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Trey HendricksonREDG | 2 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sauce GardnerCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Montez SweatLEDG | 0 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cam LewisFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Coby BryantFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyrique Stevenson SrCB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tony AdamsSS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Falcons | |||||
| Divine DeabloMIKE | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Marshon LattimoreSS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jessie Bates IIIFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Germaine PrattWILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jalon WalkerLEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| DeMarcco HellamsFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | FG | XP | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bears | |||
| Cairo SantosK | 0/0 | 6 | 0 |
| Falcons | |||
| Nick FolkK | 0/0 | 2 | 0 |