Bears Seek Redemption Against Struggling Raiders in Must-Win Clash

As of September 29th, 2025, the Chicago Bears are a team with a lot to prove. Under the leadership of head coach Ben Johnson, the Bears are looking to establish themselves as a true contender in the NFL. In Week 4, they will face the Las Vegas Raiders, a team with good players but a subpar roster compared to the Bears.

The Bears' defensive line is poised to have a standout performance against the Raiders, who have struggled with their offensive line so far this season, allowing 12 sacks, which is tied for the third-most in the league. The Bears will look to take advantage of this weakness and keep Raiders quarterback Geno Smith on the move, while also being effective in run defense.

Offensively, the Bears are coming off a strong 31-point performance against the Dallas Cowboys, with quarterback Caleb Williams throwing four touchdowns and posting a 142.6 passer rating. The Bears' offense will look to build on this momentum against a Raiders defense that allowed 41 points to the Washington Commanders last week.

However, the Bears will face a significant challenge in the form of Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby, who is considered one of the five best pass rushers in the NFL. Crosby's ability to disrupt the Bears' offense could be a deciding factor in the game, and the Bears will need to find a way to contain him if they want to come away with a victory.