Commanders Vs. Bears: Week-5 Game Preview,Time, And How To Watch.

The Washington Commanders are gearing up for a quick turnaround as they prepare to host the Chicago Bears at FedEx Field for Thursday Night Football.

With a winless record of 0-4 so far this season, the Bears are in dire need of solutions as they struggle on both ends of the field. Despite a commendable offensive performance in Week 4, where they scored 28 points in a loss to the Denver Broncos, Chicago has yet to secure a victory in 2023.

In contrast, the Commanders had a setback of their own in Week 4, suffering a disappointing 34-31 overtime loss to their division rival, the Eagles. Sitting at 2-2, Washington had higher expectations for their season’s start but was hindered by back-to-back losses to the Buffalo Bills and the Eagles. Their 37-3 loss to the Bills in Week 3 raised concerns about their offensive performance, but they rebounded impressively with a 31-point showing against the formidable Philadelphia defense.

Quarterback Sam Howell and the Commanders aim to maintain their positive momentum against a Bears defense that has been allowing an average of just over 34 points per game.

Meanwhile, the Bears find themselves embroiled in drama as they made the decision to sideline receiver Chase Claypool for the upcoming matchup. Claypool’s discontent in Chicago has been well-documented since his trade to the Bears last season in exchange for a second-round pick. He has expressed frustration about the team’s approach to his role, suggesting that it may not be conducive to his success.

As the Commanders prepare to face the Bears under the Thursday night lights, both teams seek to address their respective challenges and secure a much-needed win to bolster their 2023 season aspirations.

Commanders Vs. Bears: Game Time, TV Channel, and Live Streaming Details

Matchup	Commanders Vs. Bears
Game Day	Thursday, October 5, 2023,
Game Time	8:15 p.m. ET
Location	Landover, Maryland
Stadium	FedExField stadium
TV Channel	Amazon Prime Video
RADIO	WMAL 105.9
Satellite	Watch the NFL on DISH!

Bears Recent Games Scores(0-4-0)

Date	Opponent	Score	Status
1 October 2023	Broncos	31-28	Lost
24Sep tember 2023	Bears	41-10	Lost
17 September 2023	Buccaneers	27-17	Lost
10 September 2023	Packers	38-20	Lost

Chicago Bears Recent Games Scores

Commanders Recent Games Scores(2-2-0)

Date	Opponent	Score	Status
1 October 2023	Eagles	34-31	Lost
24 September 2023	Bills	37-3	Lost
17 September 2023	Broncos	33-35	Won
10 September 2023	Cardinals	16-20	Won

Washington Commanders Recent Games Scores

Statistical Comparison: Commanders Vs. Bears

The Chicago Bears are averaging 15.7 points per game, while the Washington Commanders have a higher average of 19.3 points per game.
In terms of offensive production, the Bears gain an average of 250.0 yards per game, whereas the Commanders outperform them with an average of 288.7 yards per game.
On the defensive side, the Bears struggle, allowing an average of 35.3 points per game, whereas the Commanders have a more effective defense, conceding an average of 28.7 points per game.
In terms of total yards conceded to opponents, the Bears’ defense allows an average of 407.3 yards per game, while the Commanders’ defense limits opponents to an average of 331.7 yards per game.
The Bears have committed 6 turnovers this season, whereas the Commanders have a slightly higher turnover count with 8.
Both teams have been penalized 18 times, indicating similar levels of discipline on the field.
However, the Bears have accumulated fewer penalty yards with 121, while the Commanders have incurred 156 penalty yards, suggesting that Washington’s penalties may have had a greater impact

Statistic	Chicago Bears	Washington Commanders
Points per game	15.7	19.3
Yards per game	250.0	288.7
Opponent Points per game	35.3	28.7
Opponent Yards per game	407.3	331.7
Turnovers	6	8
Penalties	18	18
Penalty Yards	121	156

Statistical Comparison between Commanders Vs. Bears

Commanders Vs. Bears Injury Report

Bears Injury Report

In the latest injury report for the Chicago Bears, there are a few notable names to consider. Firstly, wide receiver Chase Claypool’s presence on the report raised eyebrows, but it’s not due to any physical ailment. Surprisingly, Claypool was inactive for the previous game against the Broncos, and this week, he finds himself sidelined once again. The reason behind his absence stems from critical comments he made about the team last week, a situation that appears to have played a role in his deactivation.

Moving on to the Bears’ defensive unit, they face challenges as starting defensive backs Eddie Jackson, dealing with a foot issue, and Jaylon Johnson, nursing a hamstring injury, have been sidelined for all three practice sessions this week. Both players have been officially ruled out for the upcoming Thursday’s game. Furthermore, Jaquan Brisker, another key member of the starting secondary, is listed as questionable with a hamstring injury. This poses a significant concern, especially when facing a proficient quarterback like Sam Howell.

Commanders Injury Report

The Washington Commanders have had a relatively less concerning injury report. During Wednesday’s practice session, all players were accounted for, which is generally a positive sign. However, there were two limited participants worth mentioning. Starting wide receiver Curtis Samuel has been dealing with a quad injury, limiting his participation in practice. Additionally, reserve running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. had been battling an illness, which also led to his limited practice involvement.

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