The New Orleans Saints enter their matchup with the Chicago Bears facing more questions than answers. 

After another uneven performance last week, the Saints finds themselves searching for consistency on both sides of the ball. The Bears, meanwhile, have been unpredictable, capable of explosive stretches but equally prone to costly mistakes.

As these two teams prepare to square off, three key questions and concerns will likely define whether New Orleans can steady their season or continue their frustrating slide. 

1. Is this a trap game for Chicago?

On paper, New Orleans is 1–5, which naturally makes them appear like easy prey.

But there’s a nagging sense that Chicago must guard against complacency. Analysts caution that facing a struggling team after a high-emotion win is precisely when rust or overconfidence can creep in.

Former Saints defensive coordinator Dennis Allen now runs the Bears' defense, meaning there’s added internal familiarity and motivation between Chicago and New Orleans.

2. Can New Orleans exploit defensive vulnerabilities?

The Saints believe their offense has room to attack against a Bears defense that has shown cracks. Chicago’s defense ranks low in points allowed per game. If New Orleans can avoid turnovers, something they’ve done reasonably well this season- they may force the Bears to consistently respond rather than dictate pace.

The matchup is especially interesting given personnel crossovers: the Saints' offense will face defenders who once served under Allen in New Orleans. 

3. Can Chicago sustain its late game momentum?

Two of Chicago’s recent wins came down to the wire: identical matchups resulting in a victory with scores of 25-24 sealed in the final minute.

That kind of clutch performance can be thrilling, but it’s risky to lean on heroics every week.

Their most recent victory also came off a game-winning field goal by new kicker Jake Moody, who just arrived in the Windy City and will only be in his second game with the team.

The Saints will likely test whether the Bears can close effectively under more sustained pressure. If Chicago’s offense or defense slips just slightly in execution, the margin for error is thin. 

The Bears present real challenges, but New Orleans’ biggest test lies in finding discipline, identity, and rhythm on offense while tightening up defensively. If the Saints can put together a complete performance, they could leave Chicago with renewed confidence.

If not, the same questions about execution, leadership, and direction will only grow louder in the weeks ahead.