The first prime-time matchup of the year for the Chicago Bears (0-4) is upon us as the team prepares to take on the Washington Commanders (2-2) on Thursday Night Football. Both teams are coming off crushing losses, as the Bears blew a 21-point lead to the Denver Broncos to lose 31-28.
The Commanders, meanwhile, lost a thrilling overtime game to their division rival Philadelphia Eagles, falling 34-31. It’s a get-right opportunity for one of these teams to get back in the win column and regroup after a mini-bye week.
Thursday Night Football is a unique brand, one that can feature sloppy play or incredible moments. Sometimes they’re one in the same, too. Here are our bold predictions for the opening game of Week 5.