Chicago Bears’ fast starts fuel three-game win streak
The Chicago Bears have not trailed in their last three games, sprinting out of the gate and leading wire-to-wire in victories over the Atlanta Falcons, New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, the team reported Nov. 5, 2026. The streak includes scoring on the opening drive in three consecutive games for the first time since 2022. The Bears have built first-quarter advantages of 14-0, 10-0 and 7-0 during the run.
Quarterback Caleb Williams credited the defensive unit and offensive execution for the quick starts. “Shoutout to the defense because there are times where we haven’t started with the ball,” Williams said, and he also praised the offensive line and receivers for doing their jobs. Williams emphasized that the team has focused on sustaining drives and executing when possession begins.
After winning the coin toss and deferring in Seattle, the Bears’ defense forced a three-and-out to open the game, a sequence highlighted by Cam Lewis delivering a hit on receiver Tory Horton that produced a third-down incompletion. The offense followed with a 17-play, 80-yard drive that consumed 8:32 and ended with Williams’ 1-yard touchdown pass to Luther Burden III; Williams was 8 of 10 for 58 yards on that possession. Williams described the approach as methodical, stressing checkdowns and staying on track rather than always seeking explosive plays.
Defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons made an immediate impact in his Bears debut in Seattle, tying for the team lead with six tackles and recording 1.0 sack, two tackles for loss and a pass breakup. Williams called Simmons a difference-maker and noted the veteran’s influence on and off the field, saying Simmons stayed after the win to help clean up the locker room. The team highlighted Simmons’ presence as a factor that helps teammates execute their assignments.
The Bears held a walk-through on Wednesday and said that, if they had conducted a regular practice, several players would have been unable to take part. Running backs Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe) and Zavier Scott (wrist), left tackle Theo Benedet (shoulder), defensive tackle Grady Jarrett (groin) and linebacker T.J. Edwards (personal) would have been out, while cornerback Malik Muhammad (toe) would have been limited. The club scheduled regular practices for Thursday and Friday ahead of Sunday night’s home game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
NFL Sports Blog Take
The Bears have leveraged early-game efficiency to seize control and limit opponents’ opportunities, converting opening possessions into points and long, time-consuming drives. Caleb Williams’ emphasis on checkdowns and ball control has produced sustained drives, as evidenced by the 17-play drive in Seattle that set the tone. Jeffery Simmons’ debut provided a clear defensive boost, contributing tackles, a sack and disruption that aided the unit’s early stops. The injury notes suggest the Bears will monitor depth as they prepare for Sunday night, but the team’s recent formula of strong starts and complementary defense has been a clear catalyst for the three-game streak.