The Chicago Bears (3-7) and Justin Fields head to Atlanta in Week 11 to take on the Falcons (4-6). It’s a homecoming for the second-year quarterback and Georgia native and a reunion for some Bears players who will see many familiar faces.
Former Bears GM Ryan Pace, now the senior personnel executive of the Falcons, has rebuilt Atlanta’s roster with many former Bears players. While there might be smiles and reminiscing going on post-game, Chicago desperately needs a win.
Despite averaging 31.0 points per game (best in the NFL) in the last four weeks, the Bears defense has surrendered 32.3 per game (worst in the NFL), resulting in Chicago losing three of their previous four games.
The Falcons defense is one of the worst in the NFL. Opponents score on nearly 45% of their drives against Atlanta, which ranks second best. Chicago should light up the scoreboard again in Week 11.
Here are three things the offense needs to do to win on the road.