2026–2027 Week 7 Postgame: Patriots

Overall, how confident are you in the direction of the Chicago Bears?
8.9 / 10
Average fan rating
1 = Not at all confident · 10 = Extremely confident
Response distribution
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14% 1
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29% 2
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14% 1
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43% 3
7 respondents answered this question
How satisfied are you with the Bears' performance against the New England Patriots?
7.9 / 10
Average fan rating
1 = Not at all satisfied · 10 = Extremely satisfied
Response distribution
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0% 0
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29% 2
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29% 2
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43% 3
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7 respondents answered this question

What is your biggest takeaway from the Bears' 30–24 victory over the Patriots?

Caleb Williams is solidifying himself as a franchise quarterback and emerging as one of the NFL's top quarterbacks 83%
The Bears' young offensive playmakers are becoming major contributors 17%
Ben Johnson's offense is finding its rhythm 0%
The defense remains a concern despite the victory 0%
The Bears showed they can make big plays in critical moments 0%
The Bears are emerging as legitimate contenders 0%
The Bears still need to play more consistently 0%
Other 0%
6 respondents answered this question

How would you rate Caleb Williams' performance against the New England Patriots?

Very good 57%
Good 43%
Up-and-down 0%
Poor 0%
Very poor 0%
7 respondents answered this question

How has the Bears' victory over the Patriots affected your expectations for the rest of the season? (Compared to how you felt after the Falcons game)

Significantly increased my expectations 0%
Slightly increased my expectations 71%
My expectations remain unchanged 29%
Slightly decreased my expectations 0%
Significantly decreased my expectations 0%
7 respondents answered this question

Following the Bears' 5–2 start, how realistic do you believe a Super Bowl appearance is this season?

Very realistic — the Bears are legitimate contenders 29%
Somewhat realistic — they have a chance if they continue improving 57%
Unlikely — they're a playoff-caliber team but not championship-ready 14%
Very unlikely — they're still too far away 0%
Not sure 0%
Other 0%
7 respondents answered this question
How confident are you in Ben Johnson as the Bears’ head coach?
8.7 / 10
Average fan rating
1 = Not at all confident · 10 = Extremely confident
Response distribution
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14% 1
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29% 2
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14% 1
10
43% 3
7 respondents answered this question

Which emotions best describe how you feel following the Bears' victory over the Patriots? (Select all that apply)

Percent of respondents who selected each option. Totals may exceed 100%.
Excited 57%
Happy 43%
Relieved 43%
Encouraged 29%
Frustrated 14%
Disappointed 0%
Indifferent 0%
Concerned about the team's future 0%
Other 0%
7 respondents answered this question