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Chicago Bears at Green Bay Packers Betting Preview

One of the best rivalries in football continues Sunday night as the Chicago Bears (4-8) take on the Green Bay Packers (9-3). The Packers will host this one at Lambeau Field, with kickoff scheduled for 8:20 pm ET.

Chicago comes into this one off of a home loss to the Arizona Cardinals, 33-22. In the loss, David Montgomery rushed 21 times for 90 yards and a touchdown.

Since Chicago lost 24-14 to the Packers on October 17, they have now lost six of their last seven games. After beating the Los Angeles Rams 36-28 in their last matchup, the Packers enjoyed a bye week last week.

In the win over the Rams, Aaron Rodgers threw for 307 yards and two scores. Now rested and with an extra week to prepare, expect the Packers to try to prove their dominance once again over their division rival.

The Packers are the heavy favorite in this one. They are -650 to win while the Bears’ moneyline sits at +480. The spread features Chicago +12 (-115), and the over/under for total points is 43.

More Odds

The Packers are currently -7000 to win the NFC North. While it is still mathematically possible to win the division, it is very unlikely for Chicago as their odds sit at +200000.

In terms of the Super Bowl, the Packers are tied for the third-best odds to win it all at +750. The Bears are +100000 to win Super Bowl LVI.

By The Numbers

Green Bay has had the stronger of the two offenses to this point. They rank 15th in scoring averaging 23.6 points per game (27.8 at home). The Bears rank 30th averaging just 16.8 points per game (14.3 on the road).

Defensively, it is once again Green Bay with the advantage. They rank fifth in scoring defense, allowing 20.2 points per game to opponents (14.4 at home). The Bears rank 21st allowing 23.9 points.

Fields Back Under Center As Bears Look For Upset

After missing the last couple of weeks with a rib injury, rookie Justin Fields is expected back under center for Sunday’s contest. It won’t be easy as he goes against the ninth-best passing defense in the league (allowing 219.2 yards per game).

In 10 games, Fields has thrown for 1,361 yards, four touchdowns, and eight interceptions. He has also been sacked 31 times.

On the ground, Fields has rushed 56 times for 311 yards and two touchdowns. The leading rusher for Chicago is David Montgomery, who has rushed for 566 yards and four scores. Despite dealing with a groin issue, Montgomery is probable for this one.

In terms of receivers, Fields should have another weapon on the field as Allen Robinson II is probable with a hamstring injury. Robinson has had a subpar year with just 339 yards receiving and one touchdown in nine games.

Packers Trying To Prove This Is No Longer A Rivalry

Generally speaking, good rivalries exist when both teams have a shot at winning the game. In recent history, this one has been pretty lopsided. In fact, Green Bay has won 10 of their last 11 matchups against Chicago.

That is in part due to having a future Hall-of-Famer under center in Aaron Rodgers. In what could be his final season in Green Bay, Rodgers has thrown for 2,878 yards, 23 touchdowns, and just four interceptions. He also has three rushing touchdowns.

Through the air, Rodgers’ favorite target continues to be Davante Adams. This season, Adams has 80 receptions for 1,083 yards and five scores.

Green Bay’s solid defense has been led by De’Vondre Campbell (99 tackles), Rashan Gary (6.5 sacks), and a trio of defensive backs with two interceptions (Adrian Amos, De’Vondre Campbell, and Rasul Douglas).

Take The Packers To Win And Cover At Home

There just isn’t a whole lot to like for the Bears in this one. Green Bay has the far superior team at this point, and that isn’t even taking into account the fact Chicago will be a bit shorthanded on the defensive side.

Especially without Khalil Mack and Akiem Hicks, expect Rodgers to have a field day against the Bears’ defense.

Take Green Bay to not only win this one but to cover the 12-point spread as well.

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