Bears vs. 49ers: 5 things to watch (and a prediction) for Week 1 matchup

Here’s what we’ll be watching for as the Bears open the 2022 season against the 49ers. Plus, a final prediction.

The Chicago Bears will battle the 49ers at home to kick off the 2022 season, where the Bears will look to pull off the upset against the favored 49ers.

This matchup marks the second consecutive year these two teams will meet. San Francisco leads the all-time series 35-32-1 and is looking to extend its one-game win streak. Chicago will look to play near-flawless football as they begin the Matt Eberflus era with second-year quarterback Justin Fields leading the offense.

From Trey Lance’s debut to opportunities for players on defense, here are five things to watch in the Bears’ week one matchup — and a final prediction!