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6 X-factors for Bears’ Week 6 showdown against the Falcons

There are six players on the Chicago Bears who would be considered difference makers in the upcoming Atlanta Falcons Week 6 showdown.

By Anthony Miller · Bear Goggles On

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 3:30 PM

Key Things to Know

Anthony Miller identifies six Chicago Bears players as key X-factors for their Week 6 game against Atlanta.
The Bears are ruled out without key starters Kyle Monangai, T.J. Edwards, Montez Sweat, and Dayo Odeyingbo.
Pass rusher Austin Booker, who leads Chicago with four sacks, faces increased importance against Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

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Writer Anthony Miller highlights six key X-factors for the Chicago Bears ahead of their Week 6 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. Chicago enters the game looking to rebound from a Week 5 defeat against the Green Bay Packers while missing four key starters: Kyle Monangai, T.J. Edwards, Montez Sweat, and Dayo Odeyingbo.

Miller highlights edge rusher Austin Booker, receiver Kalif Raymond, safety Dillon Thieneman, returner Zavion Thomas, running back D'Andre Swift, and quarterback Caleb Williams as pivotal contributors. Booker is tasked with pressuring Michael Penix Jr., while Swift and Williams carry significant offensive responsibilities with Monangai sidelined.

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