After missing a 53-yard field goal, the Chicago Bears expressed the up-most confidence in kicker Cairo Santos to come back out and attempt a 58-yard field goal, a decision that proved to be the difference on Thursday night.

When the Bears are good — they're 5-2 after beating the Patriots 30-24 — this place is on fire. But without them leading the way, it’s Sleepy City.

Tonight, the Patriots and Bears face off 40 years after their Super Bowl showdown that culminated with Chicago capturing its first -- and only -- NFL title. That team's iconic coach, Mike Ditka, will be honored tonight,

According to one secondary-market ticket retailer, a Mike Ditka-related giveaway sent prices soaring for Thursday night’s Chicago Bears game.

The initial instinct was to punt. That’s where Ben Johnson’s head was in the final stages of Thursday night’s game at Soldier Field with his Chicago Bears protecting a six-point lead and fully respecting the danger of New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.

CHICAGO — Caleb Williams threw for 308 yards and two touchdowns, and the Chicago Bears cooled off Drake Maye and the New England Patriots with a 30-24 win on Thursday night.

The New England Patriots responded to the Chicago Bears' touchdown with a score from rookie tight end Eli Raridon to cut into their deficit.