Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears NFL Betting Prediction
PublishedAugust 27, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:August 27, 2025 ,

NFL Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears Prediction 9/8

The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Chicago Bears on Monday, September 8, 2025, at 8:15 PM. This Week 1 game of the 2025 NFL season will be held at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL. Fans can catch the action live on ABC.

Vikings vs. Bears Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Bears +105. The Bears are playing at home and have shown strong offensive stats in the preseason, ranking 3rd in passing yards and 10th in rushing yards. Their home performance has been solid, including a dominant 38-0 win over the Bills.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 43.0. Both teams have capable offenses with the Vikings averaging 45 points in the preseason and the Bears at 91. The Bears’ recent games have been high scoring, suggesting the total could go over.

Team Trends

  • The game between the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears will take place at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL.
  • Both teams are part of the NFC North division.
  • Vikings head coach is Kevin O’Connell, and the Bears head coach is Ben Johnson.
  • In the recent preseason, the Bears won against the Kansas City Chiefs 29-27 at Arrowhead Stadium.
  • The Vikings lost their last preseason game against the Tennessee Titans 23-13 at Nissan Stadium.

Vikings vs Bears Preview

The Minnesota Vikings are set to visit the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. This game marks the start of the 2025 NFL season for both teams. J.J. McCarthy leads the Vikings with a projection of 230.2 passing yards and 1.5 touchdowns. Justin Jefferson is expected to be a key target, with 85.2 receiving yards projected. Aaron Jones Sr. could add to the ground game with 47.9 rushing yards.

The Bears will rely on Caleb Williams, who is projected to throw for 212.9 yards and 1.4 touchdowns. D’Andre Swift is expected to contribute with 49.1 rushing yards. DJ Moore might be a top receiver for Williams, with a projection of 58.8 receiving yards. Both teams aim to start the season strong under the lights on Monday night.

Chicago Bears: Key Players and Team Insights

The Chicago Bears have Caleb Williams leading the team as their top quarterback. He is projected to gain 212.9 passing yards and achieve 1.4 passing touchdowns. The Bears’ head coach is Ben Johnson, guiding the team from the sidelines.

Among the running backs, D’Andre Swift stands out with a projection of 49.1 rushing yards and 0.3 rushing touchdowns. Wide receiver DJ Moore is expected to contribute with 58.8 receiving yards and 0.4 touchdowns. Cairo Santos, the kicker, is likely to score 1.8 field goals.

The Bears’ offense had a challenging 2024 season, ranking 31st in passing yards. However, they showed improvement during the 2025 preseason with a 3rd place rank in scoring. Their defense also performed well, ranking 2nd in sacks with nine recorded. Travis Homer and Amen Ogbongbemiga will be out due to injuries, affecting the team’s depth.

Vikings’ Journey to the Windy City

The Minnesota Vikings have J.J. McCarthy leading the charge as their top quarterback. He is expected to gain 230.2 passing yards with 1.5 touchdowns. Their head coach, Kevin O’Connell, will be looking to guide the team to success.

Aaron Jones Sr. is the top running back for the Vikings, projected to achieve 47.9 rushing yards and 0.2 touchdowns. Justin Jefferson is the leading wide receiver, aiming for 85.2 receiving yards and 0.5 touchdowns. Kicker Will Reichard is set to make 0.8 field goals.

The Vikings ranked 9th in scoring during the 2024 season. They showed strong defense, ranking 4th in sacks with 49. Injuries will affect their roster, with C.J. Ham and Rondale Moore among those out for the season.

Final Betting Pick

The Bears have a strong chance of winning at home. They have a high-powered offense, ranking 3rd in passing yards and 10th in rushing yards during the preseason. Their recent 38-0 win over the Bills at Soldier Field shows their home advantage. The Bears’ offense, led by Caleb Williams, should continue to perform well against the Vikings. The over 43.0 total points is a good pick. The Bears have scored 91 points in the preseason, and the Vikings have scored 45. Both teams have shown they can score, and the Bears’ recent games have been high-scoring. With both offenses capable of putting up points, the total could go over 43.0.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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