Bears set Super Bowl-era mark with +154 play differential through seven games

Chicago leads the NFL at 72.1 offensive snaps per game.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 57m1 min read

The @ChicagoBears have run 505 offensive plays to just 351 for their opponents. That difference (+154) is the largest fo Via @danorlovsky7 on X

What happened: The Chicago Bears have run 505 offensive plays while holding opponents to 351 through seven games, per Dan Orlovsky. Th snap margin is the widest by any team over a seven-game start since 1966, with Chicago also allowing the fewest opponent plays in the league.

Why it matters: Dominating time of possession has lifted the Chicago Bears to a 5-2 record and the fifth seed following Thursday's 30-24 win over the New England Patriots. Sustaining long drives keeps the defense fresh and limits opposing comeback opportunities in the fourth quarter.

By the numbers: Chicago has totaled 505 offensive plays (72.1 per game) to 351 for opponents differential) across seven games, and kicker Cairo Santos scored a game-high 12 points in Thursday's 30-24 final against New England.

What to watch: Chicago carries a two-game winning streak toward the Nov. 10 trade deadline as the front office weighs potential roster additions.

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@DanOrlovsky7 2026-10-23T17:54:03.642190+00:00

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