Week 7 in the NFL kicks off with what should be one of the best games of the week in Thursday Night Football.
The Chicago Bears (4-2) are coming off a win over the Atlanta Falcons in Caleb Williams' return to the field after a hamstring injury. Now, they face an even tougher test at home against the resurgent New England Patriots (4-2), who have won their last three games. That includes an upset win against the Bills and a blowout over a solid Raiders squad.
If you are looking for some betting advice for the matchup, we've got you covered. Here are the latest odds from FanDuel.
Bears vs. Patriots game odds:
All NFL odds via FanDuel
- Spread: Chicago -3 (-105), New England +3 (-115)
- Money Line: Chicago -156, New England +132
- Over-Under: Over 50.5 (-110), Under 50.5 (-110)
Bears vs. Patriots injury report:
#Bears Injury Report
— Bears Communications (@BearsPR) October 21, 2026
The Chicago Bears conducted a walk-thru on Wednesday, participation is an estimation. pic.twitter.com/7AxH13To8X
Patriots Wednesday
injury report & game statuses for NE vs. CHI: https://t.co/iTcLSoiFXR pic.twitter.com/x1FBOVyvR3
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) October 21, 2026
Bears vs. Patriots prediction, pick:
This should be a fun matchup between top 2024 quarterback draft prospects, but both teams are dealing with some key injuries. New England will be without starting guards Alijah Vera-Tucker and Ben Brown, though it is set to get A.J. Brown back this week after he suffered an ankle injury in Week 1. The Bears, meanwhile, will once again be without Kyle Monangai, while linebacker T.J. Edwards is likely to miss his second game in a row.
Still, both offenses are potent. Drake Maye has played significantly better in recent weeks after a rough start, while the Bears have been formidable when Williams is on the field. Chicago's defense has also been a bit more impressive, particularly against the pass, but we could see further improvement from the Patriots with Brown back in the fold.
The offensive line issues concern me, but I think I trust the Patriots a bit more right now. I'll take the points on the road.
Prediction: Patriots 31, Bears 27
Best Bet: Patriots +3
Bears vs. Patriots channel, start time, streaming:
Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
Stream: Prime Video
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Bears vs. Patriots: Week 7 NFL betting odds, prediction, pick
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