Vikings vs Bears, Prediction & Best Bets: Offensive Takeover
Written by: Nate Hornung
Last Update: Sat Oct 14, 2023, 12:25 pm ET
Read Time: 3 minutes
nfl
The Chicago Bears host the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday at Solider Field. Both of these teams NEED a win very desperately.
Both squads come in here at 1-4 on the season, and this could make or break the year. The Vikings need to turn their ship around, and the Bears need to keep their momentum going.
Vikings vs Bears Game Information
Matchup Information
- Venue & Location: Solider Field (Chicago, IL)
- Date: Sunday, October 15th, 2023
- Kick Off: 1:00pm Eastern
- Broadcast: FOX
Betting Odds
Spread
- Vikings -3 (-105)
- Bears +3 (-115)
Moneyline
- Vikings -160
- Bears +135
Total
- Over 43.5 (-110)
- Under 43.5 (-110)
Free NFL Picks: Vikings vs Bears
Is Kirk Cousins' time in Minnesota coming to a close?
Without Justin Jefferson, the Vikings offense is even more one dimensional. They didn't have much of a run game to begin with, and now losing their #1 WR, Minnesota has some serious questions to answer internally.
Now, so do the Bears.
However, Chicago looked incredibly solid against the Commanders on Thursday Night Football. With some extra time to prepare this week, and a Jeffersonless Vikings, I really don't know what to think.
I think I will bet the over.
The Pick: MIN/CHI Over 43.5 (-110) Bovada
Can Fields and the Bears turn this season around?
Let's face it, the Vikings are not as successful as they were last year. Plus they just lost their best player on either side of the ball. Not great.
Plus, the Bears put up 40 on Thursday Night, had some extra time to rest and prepare, and now they should be fired up to get their first home win of the season.
The Vikings can't seem to slow down anyone, except for the 0-5 Panthers.
They allowed 20 to the Bucs, 34 to Philly, 28 to the Chargers and 27 to the Chiefs. That does not help your offense when it is led by Kirk Cousins.
Despite looking horrendous a couple times this year, the offense clearly clicked last game.
Fields and DJ Moore combined for 8 receptions, for 230 yards and 3 TDs.
I could see Moore having another big game on Sunday.
Interested in More Content?
Get FREE Picks and Props Weekly
Sign up for
THE WEEKENDER NEWSLETTER
Follow me on X @Shaggy_Bets for all of my picks and sports opinions!
Be sure to check out all things Betting News on X and Twitch!
Tune in to one of our several weekly streams! You won't regret it!
And go get some MERCH at our Betting News Store!
In need of a sportsbook? Check out one of our favorites below and sign-up for a bonus!
Still Here?
Check out everything we have to offer at Betting News!
We really are All About the Game!
Nate has been a recreational sports bettor for about 5 years. In that time, he has grown to love the pursuit of winners and sticking it to The Man. Nate loves data and uses his understanding of numbers to help him be a more profitable sports gambler, however he will be the first to tell you this game is about more than just stats.
This site contains commercial content. We may be compensated for the links provided on this page. The content on this page is for informational purposes only. Betting News makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the information given or the outcome of any game or event.
More NFL News
