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The fifth Sunday of the NFL season features a dozen games spread out from the morning to primetime. Here's what you need to know about each matchup.

Our computer prediction calls for a lopsided victory (28-16) for the Chicago Bears (2-2) over the Carolina Panthers (1-3) on Sunday, Oct. 6 at Soldier Field (kickoff at 1:00 p.m. ET).Bears vs.

This wasn’t a coronation. A coronation involves a crown and, at least in football, an opponent not beset by injuries or suffering from quarterback deprivation. No, this was a celebration. A celebration of what the Bears can be. But more than anything, it was a celebration of what Caleb Williams’ talents look like when fully engaged.

Caleb Williams threw for 304 yards and two touchdowns in his best performance to date, DJ Moore added 105 yards receiving and two scores against his former team and the Chicago Bears beat the Carolina

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