The Chicago Bears head into their matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles riding momentum, confidence, and a defense that continues to overachieve. If there was ever a week for bold predictions, this is it — and Chicago might just have the perfect recipe for an upset.
Caleb Williams sets the tone early.
Weather conditions may make throwing difficult, but that won’t stop Williams from getting Chicago out to a fast start. Whether it’s quick-game concepts, rollouts, or extending plays with his legs, Williams sparks an early touchdown drive or two that puts the Bears up before Philly can settle in.
Kyle Monangai and D’Andre Swift combine for 150 rushing yards.
With potential rain and wind in the forecast, the Bears lean heavily on their backfield duo. Monangai’s physicality and Swift’s burst prove to be a nightmare for Philly’s front. Between zone runs, and counters, Chicago finds consistent chunk gains on the ground thanks also in part to the offensive line.
Nahshon Wright keeps the takeaway streak alive.
Is it bold? Maybe not anymore. Wright is playing at an elite level, and this feels like another “bait the quarterback” type of game. Jalen Hurts has shown moments of risky deep-ball aggression this season, and Wright jumps one — snagging yet another interception.
Subscribe to the BFR Youtube channel and ride shotgun with Dave and Ficky as they break down Bears football like nobody else.
C.J. Gardner-Johnson takes on a hybrid LB role.
With injuries piling up at linebacker, expect Johnson to see more box snaps, and giving Chicago added speed in the middle of the field.
Final Prediction: Bears 27, Eagles 26.
Another nail-biter but a statement win for Chicago.