What happened: FOX Sports relayed Tom Brady's assessment that the current New England Patriots resemble the previous campaign's group. The evaluation arrives with the scheduled regular-season matchup between the Patriots and the Chicago Bears at 0-0 before kickoff.

Why it matters: Roster continuity and midseason adjustments remain central for the New England Patriots while receivers Mack Hollins and Romeo Doubs stay on injured reserve. New England recently activated wideout A.J. Brown and signed Elliott Davison while evaluating pass rush and receiver trade options.

What to watch: New England and Chicago prepare for kickoff as the scheduled regular-season game has not started yet.