5 reasons for optimism as Bears face the Vikings in Week 15

There are reasons to believe the Chicago Bears have an edge going into this game against the Minnesota Vikings.

The Chicago Bears are clinging to their slim playoff chances following a convincing 36-7 win over the Houston Texans in Week 14.

But Sunday’s divisional contest between the Bears and Minnesota Vikings will essentially serve as an elimination game for both teams that are looking to clinch a wild card spot.

Here are the reasons why the Bears could have an edge going into this game against the Vikings.