Two franchises trending in different directions meet Sunday in Cincinnati when the Bengals (3-7) take on the New England Patriots (9-2). The Pats have won eight in a row while the Bengals have lost three straight and seven of their last eight games.

With Aaron Rodgers' status in question for Sunday's game, Bears players made it clear they want to face the future Hall of Famer this weekend.

See who's in and who's out for the Week 12 matchup between the New England Patriots and Cincinnati Bengals on November 23, 2025.

The Steelers' run game, as well as their run defense, are going to be stressed to the limits against the Bears.

The New England Patriots are favored to win the AFC East, overcoming strong competition from the Buffalo Bills. They face the Cincinnati Bengals next.

Fresh off their bye week, the 8-2 Indianapolis Colts have arguably their toughest test of the season on deck in Week 12. The team will be traveling down to Arrowhead to take on the 5-5 Kansas City Chiefs.