Frequently Asked Questions
What happened the last time Drake Maye played at Soldier Field?
The New England Patriots beat the Chicago Bears 19-3, with Maye throwing a touchdown pass while Caleb Williams was sacked 9 times. The lopsided result sparked debates about whether Maye was the superior quarterback.
How many touchdowns has Drake Maye thrown in his last three games?
Maye has thrown 10 touchdowns in his last three games after shaking off a rough start to the season. He also led the Patriots to the Super Bowl last season, cementing his status as a top quarterback.
What is the magic number of sacks the Bears need to disrupt Drake Maye?
The Bears need to sack Maye at least 3 times to force turnovers and throw him off his game. In games where he's been sacked 3 or more times, Maye has thrown 16 interceptions compared to just 3 when sacked 2 or fewer times.
Which Bears pass rushers are unavailable for the game against New England?
Montez Sweat is still serving his PED suspension and Dayo Odeyingbo won't return until next month. Daniel Hardy had a big game in Atlanta last week, but the pass rush unit overall is thin.
What injuries is the Patriots' offensive line dealing with heading into this game?
Both starting guards Ben Johnson and Alijah Vera-Tucker are dealing with knee injuries and are expected to miss the game. Right tackle Morgan Moses is also questionable with a foot issue, leaving New England's offensive line in a tough spot.
Erik Lambert
I’m a football writer with more than 15 years covering the Chicago Bears. I hold a master’s degree in the Teaching of Writing from Columbia College Chicago, and my work on Sports Mockery has earned more than twenty million views. I focus on providing analysis, context, and reporting on Bears strategy, roster decisions, and team developments, and I’ve shared insight on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and football podcasts in the U.S. and Europe.
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