Vikings vs. Bears Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Chicago Bears will host the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday afternoon for an NFC North divisional battle at Soldier Field. The Bears have shown signs of promise, but can they pull the upset against T.J. Hockenson and the Vikings today? Matt McCuen is expecting a close one in Chicago, and gives us several bonus picks from our oddschecker+ Positive EV Tool for Vikings vs. Bears.
Matt McCuen - November 24, 2024, 8:56 AM EST
4 minVikings vs. Bears Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
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The Chicago Bears and the Minnesota Vikings will meet for an NFC North matchup at Soldier Field.
Chicago comes into the contest with a record of 4-6. The season has been disappointing for the Bears. Chicago entered the season with a lot of hype after drafting quarterback Caleb Williams first overall.
The Bears got off to a strong start, winning four of their first six games. Unfortunately for the Bears faithful, they have dropped four games in a row. Last weekend, the Bears lost a heartbreaker against the Green Bay Packers.
The game came down to a Bears field goal attempt, which was blocked. Chicago desperately needs a win today to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Vikings vs. Bears Odds
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Vikings vs. Bears Date, Time, and Where To Watch
- Date: November 24, 2024
- Time: 1:00 pm ET
- Where To Watch: FOX
Vikings vs. Bears Prediction
Caleb Williams leads the offense with 2,016 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and five interceptions.
D'Andre Swift leads the ground game with 635 yards and five touchdowns. Rookie Rome Odunze leads the team with 479 receiving yards.
Chicago ranks 7th in points allowed per game (18.7).
Minnesota enters this game with a record of 8-2. Kevin O'Connell's team has been among the biggest surprises in football this season. Entering the season, Minnesota was projected to finish last in the NFC North.
The Vikings selected former National Champion J.J McCarthy in the draft's first round. McCarthy was injured in the preseason, opening the door for veteran Sam Darnold. Darnold, a former first-round pick himself, has enjoyed the best year of his career. The former USC signal-caller has thrown for 2,387 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions.
Veteran Aaron Jones has scampered for 682 yards and two touchdowns. Justin Jefferson has collected 912 receiving yards, ranking second in the NFL.
Minnesota has allowed 17.0 points per game, the fourth-best in the NFL.
Vikings vs. Bears Picks
- Pick: Chicago Bears +3.5 -110 Click here for complete Vikings vs. Bears odds
- Pick: Aaron Jones Anytime TD Scorer +120 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds odds
- Pick: T.J. Hockenson Over 44.5 Rec Yards +155 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds odds
We are getting incredible value on the Bears today.
Williams and the Bears' offense looked great last weekend against the Packers. I anticipate another strong performance from Williams and the company today.
The game script will favor the underdog in this spot today.
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We are getting an expected value of 47.11% on Hockenson to go over 44.5 receiving yards today at great plus-money odds, and we are going to pounce on that opportunity.
