Free NFL Week 15 Pick: Bears vs. Vikings Odds
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NFL Handicapping Analysis: Week 15
Monday Night Football on ESPN
(4-9) Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings (11-2)
Date: Monday, December 16th
Time: 8:00 ET
Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis MN
NFL ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Chicago +7 | Minnesota -7
NFL Moneyline Odds: Chicago +256 | Minnesota -323
NFL Betting Total: O/U 44
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The NFC North rivalry heats up on Monday Night Football as the surging Minnesota Vikings (11-2) host the struggling Chicago Bears (4-9) at U.S. Bank Stadium. This storied matchup, played 127 times, has leaned in favor of Minnesota, who lead the series 67-58-2.
The most recent clash saw the Vikings edge out the Bears in a thrilling 30-27 overtime victory just a few weeks ago. Now, under the prime-time lights, the stakes are even higher for both teams.
When looking back over the last three times these two teams have played, the Vikings have the leg up at 2-1. Against the spread, each team went 1-1-1 and finished with an over/under mark of 2-1.
These games averaged a combined 36 points per contest.
The Vikings come into this one as 7-point favorites, and for good reason.
Chicago Bears
After a 38-13 loss to the 49ers in week 14, the Bears have now dropped seven straight games, bringing their record to 4-9. Chicago ranks 23rd in our NFL power rankings and has a -1.8 average scoring margin this season. Against the spread, they are 7-5-1, including a 3-1 mark as favorites and a 4-4-1 record as underdogs. Their O/U record is 5-8, with their games averaging 40.9 points compared to a 42.8-point line.
With no chance of making the playoffs, the Bears will look to end their losing streak on the road against the Vikings in week 15. Chicago is 0-6 on the road this season, but they are 4-3 at home. In division games, they are 0-3, and they have a 2-6 record in conference matchups.
Chicago Bears Stats
Heading into week 15, the Bears’ offense ranks 23rd in our power rankings. They are 22nd in the NFL in points per game, averaging 19.5, and they sit last in the league in yards per game with 288.5. Chicago ranks 14th in passing attempts per game but is 29th in passing yards, with 182.7 per game. On the ground, they are 22nd in rushing attempts and 23rd in rushing yards, averaging 105.8 per game. The Bears have struggled on 3rd down, converting only 33.9% of their attempts, which ranks 27th in the NFL. However, they are 6th in red zone conversion percentage.
In week 14, Chicago scored 13 points in a loss to the 49ers, with all of their points coming in the 2nd half. Caleb Williams threw for 134 yards and 2 touchdowns on 17/23 passing, posting a passer rating of 116. He was sacked 7 times. DJ Moore led the team with 6 catches for 49 yards, and D’Andre Swift had 38 rushing yards on 14 carries.
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In their most recent game, the Bears’ defense gave up 321 passing yards to the 49ers, including several big plays, as they lost 38-13. The Bears struggled to defend the big play, as the 49ers averaged 12.3 yards per passing attempt. Despite this, the Bears did manage to force one interception and recorded one sack.
On the ground, the Bears gave up 131 rushing yards on 34 attempts. The 49ers were able to move the ball effectively, finishing with 452 total yards. Additionally, the Bears allowed the 49ers to convert on 50% of their third down attempts.
Minnesota Vikings
With a 42-21 win over the Falcons in week 14, the Vikings extended their winning streak to six games and improved to 11-2 this season. Minnesota sits 7th in our NFL power rankings and has a 100% chance of making the playoffs, though they have just a 10.6% chance of winning the NFC North. The Vikings are 2-1 in division games and 6-2 against NFC opponents.
Against the spread, Minnesota is 8-4-1, including a 3-0 record as underdogs. They covered the 6-point spread against Atlanta in week 14 but failed to cover in week 13, beating the Cardinals by just one point as 3.5-point favorites. The over/under record in Vikings games is 5-8 this season.
Minnesota Vikings Stats
Sam Darnold has been on fire for the Vikings, posting a passer rating of 157 in week 14 against the Falcons, with 347 yards and 5 touchdowns on 22/28 passing. He also threw for 235 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 13 and 330 yards in week 12. Darnold has not thrown an interception in his last three games. In week 14, the Vikings scored 21 points in the 4th quarter and converted 8 of 12 3rd downs, while going 4/4 in the red zone.
Jordan Addison had a big game in week 14, catching 8 passes for 133 yards and 3 touchdowns. He also had 7 catches for 99 yards in week 13 and 162 yards in week 12. Aaron Jones led the rushing attack with 73 yards on 13 carries in week 14.
The Vikings’ defense came up with two interceptions in their 42-21 win over the Falcons, despite allowing 338 passing yards. They struggled to stop the run, allowing 158 yards on 32 attempts, with Atlanta averaging 4.9 yards per attempt. Minnesota’s defense gave up 496 total yards and allowed the Falcons to convert on 53.8% of their third down attempts.
Even though they allowed 338 yards through the air, the Vikings didn’t give up any passing touchdowns. They managed just one sack and four tackles for loss less than the Falcons.
Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings NFL Football Betting Trends
- The Bears are 2-2-1 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Vikings are 2-2-1 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Bears are 4-6 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Vikings have gone 4-3-3 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Bears’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Vikings’ have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last 3 games at home.
Bears vs. Vikings Line Movement
| Open-ML | Live-ML | Open-Spread | Live-Spread | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bears | -110 | +255 | -1 | +7 |
| Vikings | -110 | -321 | +1 | -7 |
4* Free Week 15 NFL Betting Prediction: Vikings -7
The Vikings have been dominant against Chicago, winning five of the last six meetings and going 6-3 ATS over their last nine matchups.
Minnesota is also a strong 7-3 ATS in their last ten games overall, showcasing consistency on both sides of the ball.
On the other side, the Bears have stumbled through the season, losing four of their last five games and struggling mightily against NFC North opponents with a dismal 2-14 SU record in their last 16 divisional matchups.
For this week 15 matchup between the Bears and Vikings, our pick against the spread is to take the Vikings to cover as home favorites. The point spread has them at -7, and we have the Vikes winning 31-17, making them our top pick vs. the spread.
As for the over/under, with the line sitting at 44 points, we are leaning towards taking the OVER with a projected combined score of 48 points.
Minnesota’s home-field advantage and explosive offense spell trouble for a Chicago squad that’s been plagued by inconsistency.
With the Vikings aiming to maintain their NFC supremacy, expect fireworks in this divisional showdown.
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Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings NFL Betting Tweet Of The Day
The experts like the #Vikings chances in Monday night’s NFC North battle with the Bears.
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— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) December 13, 2024
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