PHILADELPHIA - Jaelan Phillips’ two-game start with the Eagles was so impressive that a regression to the mean was always coming. However, the powerful 6-foot-5

The Chicago Bears face the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. Both teams have an 8-3 record. The Bears have a strong offense, ranking second in rushing and sixth overall.

Few expected Chicago to be 8-3 after Thanksgiving, even with an anticipated boost under the direction of new coach Ben Johnson. In fact, plenty of Bears players are probably just as surprised about the team's standing, considering how many of Windy City's victories have come as a result of last-minute heroics.

The Philadelphia Eagles might be without one of their top weapons in Week 13 vs. the Chicago Bears. Wide receiver DeVonta Smith missed practice Wednesday for the second straight day with shoulder and chest injuries.

The Chicago Bears will battle the Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday, where Chicago is looking to continue its hot streak and win their ninth game in the last 10 and maintain their place atop the NFC North.

Eagles safety Reed Blankenship is OK to play vs. the Bears — and he'll have a new starter next to him in the secondary.

With millions of viewers set to tune in, Chris Simms and Mike Florio unpack the heavyweight clash between the Chiefs and Cowboys, detailing why Dallas' struggling defense could determine who comes out on top.

The Bears are gearing up for a big NFC showdown on a short week against the Philadelphia Eagles. Here are five Eagles players we'll be watching.