The 4-9 Chicago Bears hope to end their seven-game losing streak when they face the 11-2 Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. Last week, under interim head coach Thomas Brown, the Bears were handed a tough 38-13 defeat, gaining just 162 yards while allowing 452. This loss secured their fourth straight losing season.
The Vikings, meanwhile, are coming off a strong 42-21 win over the Atlanta Falcons, where they scored 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter. Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison made history as the first Vikings teammates to each have over 125 receiving yards and two touchdowns in a game. Minnesota will look to take another step toward a playoff spot when they host Chicago.
Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings: Preview
Date: Monday, December 16, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN
TV Broadcast: ABC
Live Streaming: DAZN, Fubo, Peacock
Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings: Odds And Best Bets
| Bet Type | Option | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Chicago Bears | +260 |
| Moneyline | Minnesota Vikings | -320 |
| Spread | Vikings | -7 |
| Total | Over/Under | 43.5 |
The Bears and Vikings have both been pretty good against the spread this season, with the Bears sitting at 6- 5- 2 and the Vikings at 8- 4- 1. However, the Vikings haven’t been great as home favorites, covering just 3 out of their last 10 games in that spot. The Bears also struggle when facing teams with better records, losing 13 of their last 16 games like that. On a brighter note for the Vikings, their recent games against NFC North rivals have all gone over the point total, with the last six games hitting the over.
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At quarterback, the Bears are starting Caleb Williams, who’s thrown for 2,746 yards, 16 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. The Vikings have Sam Darnold, who’s put up 3,299 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. Both teams are dealing with some injuries, with the Bears having a few key players questionable, including running backs Roschon Johnson and D’Andre Swift, along with defenders Elijah Hicks and Gervon Dexter Sr. The Vikings also have some injuries, with cornerback Stephon Gilmore, linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. on the injury report, and a few players like quarterback J.J. McCarthy and offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw on IR.
Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings: Expert Predictions
Dimers used advanced data analysis and simulations to predict the outcome of Monday’s Bears vs. Vikings game. After running 10,000 simulations, the model gives the Vikings a 74% chance of winning at home. On the other hand, the Bears have a 53% chance of covering the +7 spread, and the over/under of 43.5 points has a 52% chance of going over. While these predictions are based on the latest data, they can change as the game approaches.
For the best bet, Dimers recommends taking the Over 43.5 points at -110. This pick comes from their top-notch modeling and betting expertise, giving you the best possible advice. As for the final score, Dimers predicts the Vikings will win 25-18. When it comes to player props, D’Andre Swift has the best shot at being the Bears’ first touchdown scorer, while Aaron Jones leads the Vikings’ list. For anytime touchdowns, Swift, Keenan Allen, and DJ Moore have solid chances for Chicago, while Jones, Justin Jefferson, and Jordan Addison are the top picks for Minnesota.
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