New England Patriots: 3 keys to beating Bears in Week 7

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2. Protect Tom Brady

The New England Patriots need to protect Tom Brady in Week 7. The Bears have a fierce pass rush and can cause some havoc.

Chicago already has 10 interceptions and 9 forced fumbles. They are lead by linebackers Khalil Mack and Danny Trevathan. Mack is averaging a sack per game and is looking better than ever since being traded from the Oakland Raiders.

The Bears secondary isn’t that bad either. Kyle Fuller has racked up 2 interceptions and should cause some problems for Julian Edelman.

New England’s offensive line needs to do a good job protecting Brady. If Brady has no time to throw it could be a long day for Patriots fans. Hopefully the Patriots will have Marcus Cannon back at right tackle, but if he doesn’t go through concussion protocol I would expect a lot of right side blitzes.

If the Patriots are able to protect Brady he could tear apart the Bears defense.

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