# Bears RBs Threaten Patriots Win

> Chicago Bears' run game could challenge Patriots defense in Thursday's game.
- Title: Bears RBs Threaten Patriots Win · New England Patriots On SI
- Summary: Chicago Bears' run game could challenge Patriots defense in Thursday's game. Chicago Bears' run game, led by D'Andre Swift, may threaten New England…
- Keywords: chicago bears, new england patriots, d'andre swift, bears run game, patriots defense, milton williams, christian barmore, kyle monangai, turf toe, play-action passes, sports, Bears
- Source: New England Patriots On SI — https://si.com/nfl/patriots/onsi/do-bears-rbs-pose-the-biggest-threat-to-a-patriots-win
- Published: 2026-10-21T23:12:38+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: chicago bears, new england patriots, d'andre swift, bears run game, patriots defense, milton williams, christian barmore, kyle monangai, turf toe, play-action passes, sports
## Bears offense identity
Chicago Bears built identity around high-powered offense stretching field with explosive plays and dominating battle up front.
## Bears run game stats
Bears have best rushing attack in nfl averaging 160.7 yards per game with 964 total yards and 13 touchdowns.
## Jets exploited Patriots defense
Jets ran for 96 yards against patriots in game where pats held 26-19 victory with 80 yards in first half.
## Jets adjusted strategy
Jets adjusted by passing more often after trailing by two scores to get back into ball game.
## Bears run game strategy
Bears use run game to set up downfield plays off play-action on 30.5% of offensive snaps.
## Monangai injury impact
Kyle monangai misses third straight game with turf toe injury playing 40.2% of snaps.
## Patriots defense strategy
Patriots could stop bears run game by forcing them to throw ball early in game.
## Bears run game threat
Bears run game may challenge patriots defense with swift and roschon johnson carrying ball.
## Key takeaway

Chicago Bears' run game, led by D'Andre Swift, may threaten New England Patriots' defense in Thursday's matchup.