Defense
With outside linebacker Khalil Mack, the Bears have reached a new level — not only fourth in yards and third in points allowed, but they have 14 interceptions, 21 takeaways, 24 sacks and three defensive touchdowns.
The Rams and Aaron Donald were a notch below at this time last year — 16th in yards, tied for ninth in points, with 10 interceptions, 15 takeaways, 25 sacks and two defensive touchdowns.
“We can be as dominant as we were last year and even more so,” defensive end Akiem Hicks said.
“We haven’t played our best game yet,” cornerback Prince Amukamara said. “We’re still scratching the surface, and we have yet to put a complete game together. I think we’re still in search of that.”