# Chicago Bears D-Line Targets Patriots

> Bears' defensive line could disrupt Patriots with key injuries.
- Title: Chicago Bears D-Line Targets Patriots · Chicago Bears On SI
- Summary: Bears' defensive line could disrupt Patriots with key injuries. Chicago Bears defensive line has played better than expected with 17 sacks through six games…
- Keywords: chicago bears, new england patriots, defensive line, sacks, injured reserve, patriots, bears, nfl, sports, Chicago, D-Line, Targets
- Source: Chicago Bears On SI — https://si.com/nfl/bears/onsi/chicago-bears-d-line-will-have-a-chance-to-take-over-the-game-against-patriots
- Published: 2026-10-21T14:00:01+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: chicago bears, new england patriots, defensive line, sacks, injured reserve, patriots, bears, nfl, sports
## Bears' defensive line weakness
The Chicago Bears' defensive line was widely considered the team's most glaring weakness this offseason, but many were surprised they didn't make a more concerted effort to improve the unit.
## Tied for fifth in sacks
They're currently tied for fifth in the league with 17 sacks, while defensive line has played much better than expected thus far.
## Key role in victories
They've played a big role in all four of the team's victories and are a major reason they boast the league's seventh-best defense through six games.
## Patriots' injury issues
The Patriots are dealing with key injuries up front, including three offensive linemen already on injured reserve.
## Patriots' injury situation
Two guards, Alijah Vera-Tucker and Ben Brown, are listed as doubtful for Thursday night's matchup, while right tackle Morgan Moses is questionable.
## Patriots' pass-block win rate
The unit ranks fifth in pass-block win rate (56%) and eighth in run-block win rate (75%), with quarterback Drake Maye only sacked twice over the past three weeks.
## Bears' defensive lineup
The Bears might be without two key starters, Dayo Odeyingbo and Montez Sweat, but their defensive interior could quiet doubters on Thursday night.
## Grady Jarrett's impact
Grady Jarrett has been far more disruptive this season than last year, with 11 tackles and 1 TFL through six games.
## Other Bears players
Kentavius Street and James Lynch have shown flashes and should get opportunities to build on them against the Patriots.
## Bears' potential victory
If Chicago's defensive line doesn't let the Patriots establish a rhythm, the Bears will have a good chance to come out of Thursday night with a victory.
## Key takeaway

Chicago Bears defensive line has played better than expected with 17 sacks through six games, potentially capitalizing on New England's offensive line injuries.