1. New England Patriots (10-2), AFC East leaders: Week 12's narrow defeat of the Bengals gave the Pats the league's best record, moving them past Denver and into the conference's top spot. Good chance they hold onto it when they hit their off week. Remaining schedule: vs. Giants, BYE, vs. Bills, at Ravens, at Jets, vs. Dolphins

With some help from the Carolina Panthers, who came away with a 31-28 upset win over the Rams today, the Bears are now officially the NFC's number-one seed. The

The Chicago Bears have been one of the surprise teams in the NFL this season, and they continued their ascent on "Black Friday" with a 24-15 win on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles. This victory pushes Caleb Williams and Co. to 9-3 on the season, which helps them leapfrog the now 8-4 Eagles for the No. 2 seed in the NFC.

The Philadelphia Eagles hosted the Chicago Bears in the NFL Black Friday game in 2025. USA TODAY Sports provided live updates, highlights and more.

And as if the trade wasn't enough, the Panthers gave the Bears a massive assist in their 2025 playoff chase on Sunday. Bears fans owe the Panthers a tip of the cap. They're the holiday gift that keeps on giving.

If you're looking for something to watch this Thanksgiving weekend, look no further than "THE SHUFFLE," an HBO Original documentary short film that explores the making of the 1985 Chicago Bears’ iconic rap music video that became a cultural phenomenon leading up to the team’s storied Super Bowl XX championship.

Bears WR D.J. Moore hit with a hefty $11,593 NFL fine after a taunting flag in Chicago’s Week 12 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Ben Johnson's strategy for beating Philadelphia's defense and offense was taking the football and not giving it back, and the Bears executed it with precision.