Chicago defeated New Orleans 26-14 at Soldier Field on Saturday, October 19, 2025, extending their winning streak to four games in Week 7 of the NFL season. New Orleans struck first when quarterback Spencer Rattler connected with wide receiver Chris Olave for a touchdown.
The score gave the Saints an early 7-0 lead before Chicago responded with a methodical offensive drive. The Bears offense moved down field but settled for a 39-yard field goal by Jake Moody. Chicago trailed 7-3 after the opening quarter.
Chicago's defense generated consecutive turnovers to swing momentum in the first half. Cornerback Nahshon Wright intercepted Rattler, setting up the Bears offense at the New Orleans 30-yard line.
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D'Andre Swift capitalized on the turnover with an 11-yard rushing touchdown, giving Chicago a 10-7 lead. Swift finished the game with 124 rushing yards on 19 carries.
The Bears defense forced another turnover, and Chicago extended their lead to 17-7 on a long DJ Moore catch-and-run that set up Kyle Monongai's first career touchdown. The rookie scored from short range as the Bears took control before halftime.
Saints wide receiver Chris Olave recorded 98 receiving yards on five receptions with two touchdowns. Running back Alvin Kamara gained 28 rushing yards on 11 carries.
Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams completed 15 of 26 passes for 172 yards with one interception. Williams was sacked once by New Orleans defensive end Marcus Davenport.
Chicago added another field goal late in the fourth quarter to establish the final 26-14 margin. Moody finished 3-for-3 on field goal attempts, making kicks from 39, 33, and a late insurance score.
The Bears defense held New Orleans to 253 total yards. Chicago linebacker Tremaine Edmunds recorded nine tackles with six solo stops. Defensive end Montez Sweat registered one sack.
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler previously competed at the University of Oklahoma, where Williams replaced Rattler as the starting quarterback.
Chicago improved to 4-2 overall and 2-1 at home. New Orleans fell to 1-6 overall and 0-3 in road games. The Saints extended their losing streak to six consecutive games.
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Rattler completed 20 of 32 passes for 233 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions. The turnovers proved decisive in determining the outcome.
Chicago committed 10 penalties for 92 yards. New Orleans was flagged five times for 30 yards. The Bears converted 3 of 12 third-down attempts while the Saints went 3-for-10.
Chicago secured its fourth consecutive victory behind a balanced offensive attack and opportunistic defense. The Bears defense forced three interceptions while the rushing attack generated 124 yards.
New Orleans continues to search for answers after dropping to 1-6 on the season. The Saints have not won on the road in 2025, falling to 0-3 in away games.
The score gave the Saints an early 7-0 lead before Chicago responded with a methodical offensive drive. The Bears offense moved down field but settled for a 39-yard field goal by Jake Moody. Chicago trailed 7-3 after the opening quarter.
Chicago's defense generated consecutive turnovers to swing momentum in the first half. Cornerback Nahshon Wright intercepted Rattler, setting up the Bears offense at the New Orleans 30-yard line.
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D'Andre Swift capitalized on the turnover with an 11-yard rushing touchdown, giving Chicago a 10-7 lead. Swift finished the game with 124 rushing yards on 19 carries.
The Bears defense forced another turnover, and Chicago extended their lead to 17-7 on a long DJ Moore catch-and-run that set up Kyle Monongai's first career touchdown. The rookie scored from short range as the Bears took control before halftime.
Rattler finds Olave for second touchdown as Saints cut deficit
New Orleans received the opening kickoff of the second half and drove into Chicago territory. Rattler completed a 57-yard pass to Olave, who finished the drive with a 21-yard touchdown reception. The score trimmed Chicago's advantage to 17-14.Saints wide receiver Chris Olave recorded 98 receiving yards on five receptions with two touchdowns. Running back Alvin Kamara gained 28 rushing yards on 11 carries.
Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams completed 15 of 26 passes for 172 yards with one interception. Williams was sacked once by New Orleans defensive end Marcus Davenport.
Moody field goals seal Bears victory as Chicago defense contains Saints comeback attempt
Moody converted a 33-yard field goal to extend Chicago's lead to 20-14. The Bears prevented New Orleans from reaching the end zone on subsequent possessions.Chicago added another field goal late in the fourth quarter to establish the final 26-14 margin. Moody finished 3-for-3 on field goal attempts, making kicks from 39, 33, and a late insurance score.
The Bears defense held New Orleans to 253 total yards. Chicago linebacker Tremaine Edmunds recorded nine tackles with six solo stops. Defensive end Montez Sweat registered one sack.
Coaching storylines dominate Bears-Saints matchup with former connections
The game featured significant coaching connections between the organizations. New Orleans head coach Kellen Moore faced the Bears while Chicago employed former Saints head coach Dennis Allen as defensive coordinator.Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler previously competed at the University of Oklahoma, where Williams replaced Rattler as the starting quarterback.
Chicago improved to 4-2 overall and 2-1 at home. New Orleans fell to 1-6 overall and 0-3 in road games. The Saints extended their losing streak to six consecutive games.
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Statistical breakdown shows Bears dominance in turnovers and time of possession
Chicago controlled possession for 36 minutes and 19 seconds compared to New Orleans' 23 minutes and 41 seconds. The Bears registered 23 first downs against 16 for the Saints.Rattler completed 20 of 32 passes for 233 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions. The turnovers proved decisive in determining the outcome.
Chicago committed 10 penalties for 92 yards. New Orleans was flagged five times for 30 yards. The Bears converted 3 of 12 third-down attempts while the Saints went 3-for-10.
Chicago secured its fourth consecutive victory behind a balanced offensive attack and opportunistic defense. The Bears defense forced three interceptions while the rushing attack generated 124 yards.
New Orleans continues to search for answers after dropping to 1-6 on the season. The Saints have not won on the road in 2025, falling to 0-3 in away games.
