The Chicago Bears are gearing up for a Week 9 prime-time game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday Night Football, where Chicago is looking to improve to 7-2 in their final of three consecutive prime-time games before their bye week.
The Bears are coming off a 34-17 statement win over the Seattle Seahawks, where Chicago’s offense out-dueled the league’s best defense in the Seahawks, becoming the first team to pass for 200 yards (247), the first team to score three rushing touchdowns (all D’Andre Swift) and they scored the most points (34) against the Seahawks this season. Meanwhile, Chicago’s defense was rejuvenated with the addition of All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, whose presence opened things up for the rest of the defense, which totaled three sacks and intercepted Sam Darnold in the fourth quarter.
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With Week 9 just around the corner, how do the Bears compare to the rest of the NFL this season? Looking at the major metrics, here is where Chicago ranked following Week 8.
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) on the field against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) on the field against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Breaking down the numbers from Jeffery Simmons’ Bears debut
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) warms up prior to a game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Caleb Williams having best 3-game stretch of his Bears career
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) and linebacker Drake Thomas (32) make a tackle on Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson on the sidelines against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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5 most important plays from Bears’ win over Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) reacts after throwing a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears players raved about Jeffery Simmons’ debut vs. Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) on the sidelines against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; The line scrimmage during the second quarter of game between Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) is blcked by Seattle Seahawks center Jalen Sundell (61) during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson (23) runs after the catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks downfield to pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) runs after the catch as Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) trails on the play during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) passes the ball against the Chicago Bears during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Ben Johnson sounds off on Jeffery Simmons’ debut with Bears
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) is pressured by. Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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5 takeaways from the Bears’ 34-17 dominating win over the Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen on the sidelines against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) is sacked by Chicago Bears defensive line Montez Sweat (98) during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line Montez Sweat (98) reacts after a sack against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Where the Chicago Bears rank statistically heading into Week 9
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line Montez Sweat (98) reacts after a sack against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears made NFL history with win over Seahawks in Week 8
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) reacts after a catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) breaks the tackle attempt by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kalif Raymond (14) makes the catch in front of Seattle Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas (32) during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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5 takeaways from the Bears’ 34-17 dominating win over the Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) runs after the catchagainst the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald and Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson shake hands following the game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks guard Quenton Nelson (53) and Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) meet after the game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Ben Johnson reacts to Bears’ statement win over Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson stands on the sidelines against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker Jack Sanborn (57) reacts after a block field goal by the defense against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kalif Raymond (14) runs after the catch as Seattle Seahawks linebacker Derick Hall (58) defends during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) carries for the touchdown as Seattle Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) defends during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line James Lynch (97) makes an interception against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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NFL Week 9 power rankings: Bears continue to rise, Ravens fall
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line James Lynch (97) celebrates with teammates after an interception against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line James Lynch (97) celebrates with defensive tackle Shemar Turner (95) after an interception against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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5 takeaways from the Bears’ 34-17 dominating win over the Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) under center against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) scores a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Good, bad and ugly from Bears’ 34-17 prime-time win over Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) reacts after a defensive play against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears PFF grades: Best, worst performers in Week 8 win vs. Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive back Cam Lewis (21) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears offense did things no other team has vs. Seahawks defense
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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The Morning After…the Bears’ Week 8 statement win vs. Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line Daniel Hardy (92) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Inside Bears’ locker room after commanding Week 8 win vs. Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Stats courtesy of Team Rankings, The Football Database, ESPN and PickWatch.
Offense
|
Stat |
Rank |
|
|
Points per game |
26.8 ppg |
8th |
|
Passing offense |
236.5 ypg |
13th |
|
Rushing offense |
150.8 ypg |
2nd |
|
Total offense |
387.3 ypg |
3rd |
|
3rd down conversions |
44.35% |
5th |
|
Red zone scoring |
58.82% |
17th |
|
Sacks allowed |
19 |
T-18th |
|
Turnovers |
12 |
T-23rd |
Defense
|
Stat |
Rank |
|
|
Points allowed |
20.0 ppg |
8th |
|
Passing defense |
219.0 ypg |
14th |
|
Rushing defense |
86.8 ypg |
4th |
|
Total defense |
305.8 ypg |
7th |
|
3rd down conversions |
23.75% |
1st |
|
Red zone defense |
57.14% |
15th |
|
Sacks |
22 |
T-6th |
|
Takeaways |
11 |
T-8th |
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