Chicago will host Thursday Night Football on October 22 as the New England Patriots travel to face the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. In conjunction with the game, online sportsbook FanDuel has launched a limited‑time promotion for new users. The offer allows bettors to receive a $50 bonus wager for every $5 wager placed on the game, up to seven consecutive days, resulting in a total possible bonus of $350.
How the promotion works
To qualify, a participant must be a new FanDuel account holder and place a $5 wager on the Patriots‑Bears contest. After the wager settles, FanDuel credits a $50 bonus bet to the account. By repeating the $5 wager on the same matchup for seven days in a row, the bettor can accumulate the full $350 bonus. The promotion is limited to one bonus per day and is only available to new users who have not previously received a FanDuel welcome offer.
Game preview
The Patriots are looking to balance their offensive attack, having thrown the ball 189 times and run it 187 times this season. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson has carried the ball 120 times, averaging 3.7 yards per carry and scoring two touchdowns. Fellow back Treveyon Henderson, also with 120 carries, averages four yards per carry and has one touchdown. Quarterback Drake Maye contributed a rushing touchdown as well.
The Bears have leaned heavily on the ground game, running the ball eight more times than they have passed. De’Andre Swift remains the primary ball carrier, handling just under half of the team’s rushing attempts. Kyle Monangai, the secondary rusher, logged 60 carries before missing the past two games; backup Roschon Johnson stepped in with 22 carries and a touchdown. Swift has six rushing touchdowns, while Monangai recorded three before his injury.
Why the promotion matters to local fans
Chicago sports fans often look for ways to enhance their game‑day experience, and a bonus‑bet promotion provides an extra incentive to engage with the matchup. By offering a structured, repeat‑bet incentive, FanDuel encourages responsible wagering while giving fans a chance to increase their potential winnings without additional risk beyond the initial $5 stake each day.
Responsible gambling reminder
FanDuel emphasizes that all participants should gamble responsibly. The company provides tools such as deposit limits, self‑exclusion options, and access to support resources for anyone who feels they may be developing problematic betting habits. Users are encouraged to review these safeguards before engaging with the promotion.
Additional details
- Promotion period: October 22 – October 28, 2026
- Eligibility: New FanDuel account holders only
- Maximum bonus: $350 in $50 increments
- Wager requirement: $5 on the Patriots‑Bears game each day
- Bonus bets must be used within 30 days of issuance
Fans in Chicago and across the nation can take advantage of the offer by signing up at FanDuel.com and following the simple wagering steps outlined above.
Original reporting: Fox News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
