In a tightly contested matchup, the Chicago Bears narrowly defeated the New England Patriots 15-13 in Week 7 of the 2026 season. The stakes were high as both teams aimed to solidify their playoff aspirations, making this victory crucial for Chicago. Caleb Williams was the standout for the Bears, throwing for 259 yards and leading his team’s offense effectively. On the other side, Drake Maye managed to find the end zone once but struggled to keep pace with Williams, finishing with a single touchdown pass. TreVeyon Henderson led the ground game for New England with 44 rushing yards, while DeMario Douglas was a reliable target, racking up 89 receiving yards. Defensively, the Bears made a significant impact, with Montez Sweat dominating the pass rush with 2.5 sacks. Xavier Woods also played a pivotal role, snatching two critical interceptions that shifted momentum in favor of Chicago. The turning point came in the final quarter when Woods’ second interception thwarted a potential game-winning drive for the Patriots, allowing the Bears to hold on to their slim lead and secure the win.