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Chicago Bears Set to Clash with Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

As the Chicago Bears prepare to face off against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, fans are eager to see if their team can turn around a challenging season. The upcoming game, scheduled for November 20th, will be a test of resilience for the Bears who have been struggling with consistency.


Chicago Bears linebacker Jack Sanborn (57) sacks Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022 in Chicago. The Lions won 31-30. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

In recent matchups, the Bears have shown they can put points on the board but have fallen short in closing out games. Their last encounter resulted in a narrow defeat against the Lions with a score of 31-30. Despite an impressive offensive display that racked up 408 total yards and four touchdowns, it was penalties and defensive lapses that ultimately cost them victory.


The previous game against Miami also highlighted this trend; while they managed to score 32 points and amass 368 total yards, they allowed 35 points against them. The offense showed promise with an average gain of over five yards per play and converting over half of their third-down attempts.


Chicago Bears wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown (19) is tackled by Detroit Lions linebacker Julian Okwara (99) and cornerback Jerry Jacobs (39) during the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

However, it was their matchup against Dallas that exposed significant weaknesses. The defense struggled as they gave up 49 points and failed to contain Dallas' offensive firepower despite managing four touchdowns themselves.


The key takeaway from these performances is that while Chicago's offense has potential – particularly in rushing where they've consistently gained significant yardage – their defense needs tightening up if they're going to secure wins.


Detroit Lions wide receiver Tom Kennedy (85) stiff arms Chicago Bears safety Eddie Jackson (4) during the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022. The Lions won 31-30. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

At Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home-field advantage will be with the Falcons but expect Chicago's running game to challenge Atlanta's defensive line. Fans should look out for whether Chicago can capitalize on red zone opportunities and if adjustments have been made defensively since their last outing.


This Sunday's game promises excitement as both teams vie for victory amidst their respective seasons' narratives. For fans looking forward to catching all the action live or from home, tune into FOX at kickoff time: November 20th at 1 PM Eastern Time (ET) from Atlanta’s iconic venue.

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