Dennis Allen's sweet revenge and 5 Bears' studs from victory over Saints
It certainly wasn't the most aesthetically pleasing victory in the 106-year-old history of the Chicago Bears. But there's nothing ugly about a four-game winning streak.
Despite numerous botched snaps, 10 penalties and a secondary collision that prevented an easy interception, the Bears defeated the one-win New Orleans Saints, 26-14, Sunday at sloppy Soldier Field.
After an ugly 0-2 start, coach Ben Johnson's team has run off four in a row. Quarterback Caleb Williams didn't have his "A" game, but the Bears found a way to beat the Saints for the first time since 2008 and keep the momentum going.
A look at five studs from Sunday's victory:
Nahson Wright
For the second consecutive week he changed the game's vibe with an opportunistic takeaway. Last week it was a recovery of Jayden Daniels' self-inflicted fumble, and Sunday against the Saints it was a diving interception of a woefully underthrown pass and 39-yard return to put the Bears in control. He also, however, accidentally collided with Kevin Byard to cost his teammate a two-interception day.
accidental collision knocked second INT away from Byard Rattler throwing deep balls up for grabs
D'Andre Swift
Not bad for a guy who was limited all week in practice by a groin injury. The running back built on last week's impressive at Washington with another 124 yards and a touchdown.
Dennis Allen
Except for two long drive sandwiched around halftime, his defense dominated and got a measure of revenge on the team that fired him last season. The coordinator's defense produced four takeaways and four sacks to keep Chicago in control all day.
Kyle Monangai
For the first time in his rookie season, we saw the "punch" he caries behind his pads. He not only scored his first NFL touchdown, but several times absorbed first contact and continued forward for positive yards. As a change-of-pace to Swift, he bludgeoned his way to 81 yards on 13 carries..
Jake Moody
We get the feeling that Cairo Santos' thigh injury is getting more painful and serious by the minute. A week after nailing the game-winner at Washington, Moody booted four more field goals. In two games filling in for Santos, he's made 7 of 8.

BREAKING: Carolina Panthers’ pass rush crisis deepens as Patrick Jones II ruled out for the season

Carolina Panthers face significant setback with Patrick Jones II out for the season
The Carolina Panthers’ struggles on defense have taken a turn for the worse, as the team announced that pass rusher Patrick Jones II has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. This latest injury adds to an already bleak situation for a unit that was already struggling to put pressure on opposing quarterbacks.
A critical blow to the pass rush
The Panthers, who have consistently ranked among the bottom of the league in pass rushing efficiency, now face the daunting task of filling the void left by Jones. His absence will be felt deeply, considering he was expected to play a pivotal role in revitalizing a defense that has struggled to disrupt offensive plays.
Jones, who joined the Panthers with the hopes of making a significant impact, had shown flashes of potential before this unfortunate turn of events. Losing him not only diminishes the team’s pass-rushing capabilities but also raises concerns about the overall depth of the roster.
Struggling to find solutions
As the Panthers look to adjust their defensive strategy, the urgency to identify effective replacements intensifies. The coaching staff will need to evaluate their current roster and possibly look to free agency or trade options to bolster their pass rush.
With the season rapidly approaching, the pressure is on to find a solution. The Panthers are at a critical juncture, needing to regroup and reassess their defensive game plan without one of their key players.
Hope for a turnaround
While the loss of Jones is disheartening, the Panthers still have a chance to turn things around. The team will need to rely on its remaining defensive players to step up and fill the gaps. With determination and strategic adjustments, there is still hope for improvement as the season unfolds.
The Panthers will be looking to bounce back and prove that they can overcome adversity, even in the face of significant challenges. The journey ahead will test their resolve, but it could also be an opportunity for others to emerge as leaders in the absence of Jones.