Week 8 Thursday Night Football Recap: Bears 30, Patriots 24
The Chicago Bears beat the New England Patriots 30-24 on Thursday, Oct. 22, behind 308 yards and two touchdowns from Caleb Williams and a career-long 58-yard field goal from Cairo Santos.
Overview
The Chicago Bears beat the New England Patriots 30-24 on Thursday Night Football, Oct. 22, in a Week 8 shootout. This recap covers the final score, the standout performances on both sides and what the result means for each team's record. It is useful for catching up on the game before Sunday's slate.
At a glance
- Bears 30, Patriots 24; Chicago moves to 5-2 and New England falls to 4-3.
- Caleb Williams threw for 308 yards and 2 touchdowns.
- Luther Burden III caught 4 passes for 130 yards and a touchdown.
- Cairo Santos hit a career-long 58-yard field goal with 1:34 left.
- Drake Maye threw for 321 yards and 2 touchdowns and also scored on the ground, but threw an interception in the end zone.
Game recap: Bears 30, Patriots 24
Caleb Williams threw for 308 yards and 2 touchdowns against New England. Luther Burden III was a key target, finishing with 4 catches for 130 yards and a touchdown. Kicker Cairo Santos made a career-long 58-yarder with 1:34 left to seal the win.
Drake Maye kept pace with Williams almost stat for stat, passing for 321 yards and 2 touchdowns and adding a rushing score. An interception in the end zone and a Bears recovery of an onside kick ended New England's chances.
Chicago moves to 5-2 on the season, while New England falls to 4-3.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the Thursday night game between the Bears and Patriots?
The Chicago Bears won 30-24 on Oct. 22.
How many yards did Caleb Williams throw for?
Caleb Williams threw for 308 yards and 2 touchdowns.
How long was the game-sealing field goal?
Cairo Santos made a career-long 58-yard field goal with 1:34 left.
What are the Bears' and Patriots' records now?
Chicago is 5-2 and New England is 4-3.