Chicago Bears at Washington Commanders Betting Pick
Week 5 of the NFL season kicks off with a compelling showdown between the Chicago Bears and the Washington Commanders. As the season unfolds, the Bears find themselves in the unfortunate company of winless teams, a predicament exacerbated by their Week 4 loss to the Denver Broncos.
This defeat was particularly disheartening, given that they had built a commanding 28-7 lead. In the NFC North, the Chicago Bears currently reside at the bottom of the standings.
Meanwhile, the Washington Commanders are grappling with a two-game losing streak after an auspicious start with two initial victories. Their most recent setback took the form of an overtime loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. The Commanders are -6.5 over Chicago, according to oddsmakers.
Will the Bears Remain Winless?
The 2023 season has not been kind to the Chicago Bears. They have endured four games and conceded a staggering 137 points, while their offense has managed to muster only 75 points in response. The Bears had entered the season with lofty expectations for their rookie quarterback, Justin Fields, a product of Ohio State.
Fields has shown glimpses of promise, amassing 861 passing yards and seven touchdowns. However, his progress has been hindered by five interceptions.
Notably, Fields has also displayed his versatility by becoming the team’s second-leading rusher with 134 yards, a facet of his game that had raised hopes of potential NFL MVP honors at the season’s commencement.
Chase Claypool was another player on whom the Bears had pinned high hopes. Nevertheless, Claypool’s contributions have been meager, with only four receptions throughout the season, and he was even inactive for the Broncos game.
On a more positive note, Khalil Herbert showcased his prowess in the previous game, emerging as the team’s leading rusher with an impressive 196 yards on the ground.
Looking ahead, the Chicago Bears have a challenging schedule in Weeks 6 and 7, as they are slated to face the Minnesota Vikings and the Las Vegas Raiders.
Can the Commanders Snap the Losing Streak?
Shifting our focus to the Washington Commanders, the spotlight has largely been on Sam Howell. Howell has exhibited solid performances in three of his four games this season despite a struggle against the Buffalo Bills.
Thus far, he has accumulated 961 passing yards and four touchdowns. Terry McLaurin has emerged as his primary target, amassing 212 receiving yards and securing a touchdown.
Offensively, Brian Robinson has been the linchpin for the Commanders. Robinson has shouldered the rushing load, carrying the ball 61 times for 261 yards and three touchdowns. Additionally, he has added a receiving touchdown to his repertoire in the 2023 season. Robinson, along with other contributors on offense, has injected excitement into Washington Commanders’ games.
Following the upcoming matchup, the Washington Commanders are poised to take on the Atlanta Falcons and the New York Giants in subsequent games, providing them with opportunities to regain their momentum.
Commanders Grab Home Win
Unfortunately for the Chicago Bears, their struggles persist. The defense continues to grapple with an inability to make crucial stops.
At the same time, the offense is plagued by inconsistency, often succumbing to turnovers after making hard-earned advances down the field. The experiment involving Justin Fields as their signal-caller has yet to yield the desired results.
With both teams facing abbreviated practice weeks, it is anticipated that their defensive units may falter. Nevertheless, both sides are expected to contribute points to the scoreboard in this upcoming game.
However, when the chips are down, our prediction leans towards the Washington Commanders emerging victorious, likely by a margin of at least a touchdown.
Bet the Commanders -6.5 over the Bears.
