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Carolina Panthers at Chicago Bears odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Carolina Panthers at Chicago Bears odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Carolina Panthers (1-3) meet the Chicago Bears (2-2) for a Week 5 game at Soldier Field Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Panthers vs. Bears odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Panthers scored a 36-22 win at Las Vegas in Week 3, the 1st game after benching QB Bryce Young to start QB Andy Dalton. The Panthers averaged 6.6 PPG in 2 games under Young, while going for 30.0 PPG in 2 games with Dalton at the helm.

RB Chuba Hubbard has rushed for over 100 yards with a TD in 2 straight, while WR Diontae Johnson has 205 receiving yards and 2 TDs in the past 2 games.

Carolina’s problems run beyond quarterback, as the defense has struggled, allowing 26 or more points in 3 of 4 games, while the Over is 3-1 on the season. The Panthers are just 1-3 against the spread (ATS).

The Bears picked up a 24-18 win over the LA Rams last week, and it improved to 2-1-1 ATS. The Over (40.5) just came in, ending a 3-0 run to the Under for Chicago.

No. 1 overall pick QB Caleb Williams, who was acquired in the now-infamous trade-up by Carolina to acquire Young, has thrown for 520 yards, 3 TDs and 2 INTs in the past 2 games.

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Panthers at Bears odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Panthers +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Bears -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread: Panthers +4 (-110) | Bears -4 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Panthers at Bears key injuries

Panthers

WR Jalen Coker (foot) questionable
DE Charles Harris (shoulder) questionable
OT Robert Hunt (hip) questionable
CB Dane Jackson (hamstring) questionable
LB Josey Jewell (groin, hamstring) out
TE Ian Thomas (calf) questionable
LB Shaq Thompson (Achilles) out
DT Shy Tuttle (foot) questionable

Bears

WR DeAndre Carter (ribs) questionable
OL Teven Jenkins (ribs) questionable
DL Zacch Pickens (groin) out
DB Terell Smith (hip) out

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Panthers at Bears picks and predictions

Prediction

Bears 27, Panthers 20

Moneyline

The Bears (-200) will cost you 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too expensive for a standalone wager. If you were to include Chicago into a multi-leg parlay, backing the Bears as part of a parlay of 4 or more teams is certainly OK.

PASS on a straight-up wager, however.

Against the spread

The BEARS -4 (-110) are worth a look at home against the Panthers +4 (-110).

While Carolina will certainly be looking for some payback in this battle between trade partners, the Panthers defense has just been unable to stop anybody. Williams and the Chicago offense could run roughshod over the Carolina D, with very little resistance.

The Panthers have shown some signs of life with Dalton, Hubbard and Johnson, but the Bears are just a little stronger.

Over/Under

OVER 41 (-110) is worth a look, but don’t get carried away.

Chicago should be able to move the ball well for a 2nd straight week, as Carolina has had difficulty in the pass rush department. Williams will likely pick the Panthers apart, which will sting, given the history of the 2 organizations and how Carolina has its No. 1 overall pick sitting on the bench.

The Over hit for Chicago last week, and it looks to make it 2 in a row. Carolina has hit high in 3 of 4 games, including the past 2 outings.

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LA Rams at Chicago Bears odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s LA Rams at Chicago Bears odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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Week 4 features a matchup between 2 NFC teams looking to get back to .500 Sunday when the LA Rams (1-2) visit the Chicago Bears (1-2) at Soldier Field. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Rams vs. Bears odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Rams come into this game after stunning the San Francisco 49ers in Week 3, winning 27-24 at home after trailing 24-14 in the 4th quarter. It was the Rams’ 1st win of the season after losing to the Detroit Lions and Arizona Cardinals in the first 2 weeks. WR Puka Nacua and WR Cooper Kupp remain sidelined with injuries, so the Rams will once again be shorthanded on offense.

The Bears won their season opener against the Tennessee Titans but have lost their last 2 games since. Last week, they fell to the Indianapolis Colts at home despite QB Caleb Williams throwing for 363 yards and 2 touchdowns. Chicago is now 1-1-1 against the spread (ATS) and the total has gone Under in all 3 of its games.

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Rams at Bears odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated Friday at 7:26 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rams +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Bears -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Against the spread: Rams +3 (-110) | Bears -3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 40.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rams at Bears key injuries

Rams

OL Steve Avila (knee) out
OL Jonah Jackson (shoulder) out
S John Johnson III (shoulder) out
WR Cooper Kupp (ankle) out
WR Puka Nacua (knee) out
CB Darious Williams (hamstring) out

Bears

WR Keenan Allen (heel) questionable
DT Andrew Billings (knee) questionable
S Kevin Byard (back) questionable
OL Nate Davis (groin) probable
WR Rome Odunze (hip) questionable
DE Montez Sweat (elbow) probable

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Rams at Bears picks and predictions

Prediction

Rams 20, Bears 17

Moneyline

The RAMS (+135) come into this game with much more momentum than the Bears after upsetting the 49ers in Week 3. Chicago may have the same record, but that win against the Titans in the opener was ugly and the Rams could easily be 2-1 after losing in overtime to the mighty Lions.

Even as the road team, the Rams are a good bet to win outright simply because they have the better coach and the better quarterback. BET RAMS (+135).

Against the spread

If you want a little bit of insurance in case this game is close, you could take the Rams and the points in addition to the moneyline by splitting a unit between the 2 bets. But the Rams have looked like the better team and it’s not like they’ll be dealing with difficult conditions in Chicago compared to LA.

BET RAMS +3 (-110) as a safety net in addition to the ML.

Over/Under

The total has gone Under in each of the Bears’ first 3 games of 2024 and although the Over is 2-1 in Rams games this season, that number could be 1-2 if not for the Cardinals’ 41-point outburst in Week 2 and the Rams’ 13-point flurry in the final 6 minutes of their win over the 49ers.

The Bears defense is good and neither offense is exactly humming right now, so it could be a lower-scoring game where the Rams try to shorten it by running the ball and taking pressure off of QB Matthew Stafford.

BET UNDER 40.5 (-110).

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First look: LA Rams at Chicago Bears odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s LA Rams at Chicago Bears Week 4 NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The LA Rams (1-2) will be on the road against the Chicago Bears (1-2) in Week 4 as both teams search for their 2nd win of the season. Kickoff from Soldier Field is slated for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we look at Rams vs. Bears odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds before making our expert NFL picks and predictions later in the week.

The Rams are coming off a dramatic 27-24 victory over the visiting San Francisco 49ers where they erased a 10-point, 4th-quarter deficit for their 1st win of the season. The Rams covered as 6.5-point underdogs with the Over (44.5) cashing. It was the Rams’ biggest comeback (14 points) of coach Sean McVay’s career with the team.

The Bears have lost back-to-back games after winning their opener. As 1-point road underdogs, they lost to the Indianapolis Colts 21-16 Sunday despite gaining a season-high 395 total yards. The Under (43.5) hit. Rookie QB Caleb Williams threw for 363 yards, completing 33 of 52 pass attempts, with 2 TDs and 2 interceptions.

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Rams at Bears odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated Monday at 7:31 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rams +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Bears -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Rams +2.5 (-110) | Bears -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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2024 betting stats

ML: Rams 1-2 | Bears 1-2
ATS: Rams 1-2 | Bears 1-1-1
O/U: Rams 2-1 | Bears 0-3

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Rams vs. Bears head-to-head

According to pro football reference.com, Chicago leads the all-time series 54-39-3. They’ve played 10 times since the 2006 season with Chicago winning 6 times, the 2 each covering 5 times and the Under cashing 6 times.

In the last 3 meetings, however, the Rams are 3-0 and a perfect 3-0 ATS. The Under is 2-1 in those games. In the most recent meeting, the Rams beat the Bears 34-14 in the 2021 season opener in LA, covering the spread as 7-point favorites.

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Chicago Bears at Indianapolis Colts odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Bears at Indianapolis Colts odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Indianapolis Colts (0-2) welcome the Chicago Bears (1-1) to Lucas Oil Stadium Sunday for NFL Week 3 action. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Bears vs. Colts odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Colts, who won and covered 2 of 3 games in the preseason, opened their season with a 29-27 home loss to the Houston Texans, covering as a 3-point underdog. They then traveled to Green Bay and lost 16-10 the Packers, closing as a 2.5-point favorite. Indianapolis is 1-1 against the spread (ATS) and 1-1 O/U. It is led by QB Anthony Richardson, but he has 4 interceptions through 2 games.

The Bears, who had 4 preseason games, won and covered in each of those. They continued that into Week 1 and won 24-17 at home against the Tennessee Titans, covering as a 4-point home favorite. Chicago followed that up with a 19-13 Week 2 road loss to the Texans, pushing as a 6-point underdog. No. 1 overall pick QB Caleb Williams has disappointed so far, throwing 2 picks and having 0 touchdowns through 2 weeks.

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Bears at Colts odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:30 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bears +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Colts -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bears +1.5 (-110) | Colts -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bears at Colts key injuries

Bears

WR Keenan Allen (heel) out
G Nate Davis (finger) questionable
RB Travis Homer (finger) out
DT Zacch Pickens (groin) out

Colts

DE Laiatu Latu (hip) questionable
WR Michael Pittman Jr. (back) questionable

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Bears at Colts picks and predictions

Prediction

Colts 20, Bears 13

Moneyline

BET COLTS (-115).

The Colts have the more proven roster and have multiple versatile weapons on the roster. It starts with the quarterback, and Richardson is more proven than Williams.

Williams has a 56.1% completion rate, and no Bears player has more than 60 rushing yards. They haven’t moved the ball well and should continue to struggle, especially without Allen. Richardson should be able to get right after struggling against a quality Packers defense.

The Colts have the better, more proven playmakers and should be able to escape with a win. Back COLTS (-115).

Against the spread

PASS.

There’s no great value here as compared to the moneyline. Play either option, but the preferred route is to take the risk out of the equation and back the Colts to win outright.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 43.5 (-110).

The Bears are 0-2 O/U and are averaging just 18.5 points per game. They did scored 24 against the Titans, and 21 of those points came in the final 2 quarters. Both were either defensive or special teams. The Bears can’t move the ball.

The Colts are averaging just 18.5 points per game as well and are 1-1 O/U. Richardson has the talent but hasn’t put it together yet this season. Don’t expect either young quarterback to have a breakout game Sunday. Back UNDER 43.5 (-110).

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Chicago Bears at Houston Texans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Bears at Houston Texans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Chicago Bears (1-0) pay a visit to the Houston Texans (1-0) on Sunday Night Football. Kickoff from NRG Stadium is set for 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC/Peacock). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Bears vs. Texans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Chicago pulled off a 24-17 comeback win over the Tennessee Titans Sunday while covering as a 4-point favorite. The Bears’ offense failed to score a TD, but thanks to TDs by both the special teams and the defense, the Bears pulled off the win. Rookie QB Caleb Williams struggled in his debut, throwing for only 93 yards on 14-of-29 passing.

Houston narrowly escaped with a 29-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts Sunday while failing to cover as a 3-point favorite. RB Joe Mixon shined with 159 rushing yards and 1 TD on 30 carries in his Texans debut. WR Nico Collins also caught 6 passes for 117 yards.

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Bears at Texans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:21 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bears +225 (bet $100 to win $225) | Texans -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bears +6.5 (-110) | Texans -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bears at Texans key injuries

Bears

WR Keenan Allen (heel) questionable
WR Rome Odunze (knee) questionable

Texans

WR Nico Collins (illness) questionable
CB Jeff Okudah (hip) IR
RB Dameon Pierce (hamstring) questionable
TE Dalton Schultz (ankle) questionable

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Bears at Texans picks and predictions

Prediction

Texans 31, Bears 14

Moneyline

PASS.

The Texans will win here as -275 favorites, but the line is set too heavily to risk betting on. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET TEXANS -6.5 (-110).

With both Odunze and Allen banged up, Chicago will be missing 2 key weapons offensively. Pair that with how terrible Chicago’s offensive line and offense as a whole looked, and you see that Chicago will not even have enough offensively to make this a game.

The Bears also allowed the Titans to run all over them last week, and this is a Texans team that just showed how good its rushing attack can be, so this looks like a recipe for disaster for the Bears.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 46.5 (-110).

Chicago failed to score an offensive TD in Week 1 and accumulated just 148 total yards of offense, and with key pieces potentially being out for this game, the Bears’ offense should look even worse.

Houston has a dynamic offense that can put up points, but I do not expect the Titans to be able to score enough to carry this game to hit the Over.

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Tennessee Titans at Chicago Bears odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Tennessee Titans at Chicago Bears odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Tennessee Titans and Chicago Bears open their seasons at Soldier Field Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Titans vs. Bears odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Bears, who won all 4 of their preseason games, will have No. 1 overall pick QB Caleb Williams under center. WR Keenan Allen was another key offseason addition, joining the team after a lengthy stint with the LA Chargers. Chicago finished last season 7-10 and were 8-7-2 against the spread (ATS). It was 4-2-2 ATS at home.

The Titans had a similar preseason story, winning all 3 games. They scored at least 16 points in each and gave second-year QB Will Levis a good amount of drives. The Titans also beefed up their offense this season by adding RB Tony Pollard and WR Calvin Ridley. Tennessee finished last season 6-11 and were 7-9-1 ATS.

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Titans at Bears odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:10 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Titans +164 (bet $100 to win $164) | Bears -196 (bet $196 to win $100)
Against the spread: Titans +3.5 (-104) | Bears -3.5 (-118)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -114 | U: -106)

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Titans at Bears key injuries

Titans

S Jamal Adams (hip) out
WR DeAndre Hopkins (knee) questionable
CB Chidobe Awuzie (calf) questionable

Bears

WR Keenan Allen (heel) questionable
DE Montez Sweat (toe) questionable
DE Darrell Taylor (foot) questionable

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Titans at Bears picks and predictions

Prediction

Bears 24, Titans 14

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bears (-196) are just too expensive to play here, and the Titans, without Adams, aren’t worth the upset play either. Avoid a moneyline bet in this one.

Against the spread

BET BEARS –3.5 (-118).

The Titans will be without their starting safety and don’t have a great offensive line set to protect Levis — their offensive line ranks 26th in the NFL, according to ActionNetwork.com.

Sweat has had at least 6 sacks in 3 straight seasons and should be able to hurry up Levis, who wasn’t impressive a season ago. Williams looked good in preseason and has a far higher ceiling. Expect the rookie to put on a show, and take BEARS –3.5 (-118).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 44.5 (-106).

While Williams should outplay Levis, neither quarterback has really proven themselves at the NFL level. Williams looked good in preseason, but that was against backup defenses. Levis had a 58.4% completion rate last season, which won’t sustain drives well.

Given both teams have an offensive line ranked in the bottom half of the NFL, the defensive lines should feast, suggesting limited lengthy drives. With that in mind, take UNDER 44.5 (-106).

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First look: Tennessee Titans at Chicago Bears odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s Tennessee Titans at Chicago Bears Week 1 NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Tennessee Titans and Chicago Bears open their NFL seasons Sunday. Kickoff from Soldier Field is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we look at Titans vs. Bears odds from BetMGM Sportsbook before making our expert NFL picks and predictions later in the week.

The Titans finished up the preseason 3-0 after taking down the New Orleans Saints 30-27 Aug. 25. QB Will Levis went 7-of-8 passing for 118 yards in his limited time on the field. Tennessee is expected to turn things around from last season after acquiring RB Tony Pollard in the offseason.

The Bears also ended their offseason undefeated with a 4-0 record after beating the Kansas City Chiefs 34-21 Aug. 22. Chicago outscored its opponents 94-30 in its final 3 preseason games. QB Caleb Williams, the 1st overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, is expected to revitalize Chicago’s offense for a promising season.

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Titans at Bears odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 11:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Titans +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Bears -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Titans +4.5 (-110) | Bears -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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2023 betting stats

ML: Titans 6-11 | Bears 7-10
ATS: Titans 7-9-1 | Bears 8-7-2
O/U: Titans 6-11 | Bears 9-8

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Titans vs. Bears head-to-head

The Titans and Bears have squared off just 4 times since 2008 with the Titans holding a 3-1 series lead. The last time the teams faced off was in Nov. 2020, with the Titans winning 24-17 and covering as 6.5-point home favorites as the Under (47) hit.

Tennessee is 2-2 ATS and the O/U is 2-2 in the last 4 meetings.

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Hall of Fame Game: Houston Texans vs. Chicago Bears odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Houston Texans at Chicago Bears odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Houston Texans battle the Chicago Bears in the Hall of Fame Game on Thursday to officially kick off the NFL preseason. Kickoff from Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN/ABC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Texans vs. Bears odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Texans finished last season atop the AFC South with a 10-7 record. They demolished the Cleveland Browns in the Wild Card round before finding the same fate in a divisional round loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Houston’s offseason was marked by the acquisitions of WR Stefon Diggs and RB Joe Mixon to beef up the offense surrounding 2nd-year QB C.J. Stroud.

Chicago finished tied for last place in the NFC North at 7-10 and missed the playoffs for the 3rd straoght year. It added QB Caleb Williams with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft and WR Rome Odunze with the No. 9 pick. Outside of the draft, the Bears top offseason acquisition was another move to add to the offense with the addition of WR Keenan Allen.

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Texans vs. Bears odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:46 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Texans -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Bears +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Against the spread (ATS): Texans -1.5 (-110) | Bears +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 31.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Texans vs. Bears picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas 21, Bears 13

Moneyline

PASS.

The spread has better odds for the Texans in this matchup.

Against the spread

BET TEXANS -1.5 (-110).

While both sides have hinted that key players, including Stroud and Williams, will not see any action on Thursday, the Texans still hold the advantage. In a preseason game, we will get to see the minds of the head coaches, including DeMeco Ryans, who is entering his 2nd year after taking the Texans to the playoffs in his first season. He will be the difference maker on Thursday which will allow the Texans to win and cover the spread.

Over/Under

BET OVER 31.5 (-110).

While the starters on both sides will see minimal, if any, action, this is a low line. With new defensive schemes being added over the offseason and both teams seeing their first live action of the season on Thursday, expect struggles on both sides of the ball that will lead to more points. The HOF game has hit Over 31.5 points in back-to-back years and in 3 of the last 5 games played.

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Chicago Bears at Los Angeles Chargers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Bears at Los Angeles Chargers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Los Angeles Chargers (2-4) welcome the Chicago Bears (2-5) to SoFi Stadium Sunday. Kickoff is set for 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bears vs. Chargers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Chargers lost 31-17 to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 7, failing to cover as 6-point road underdogs. Los Angeles is 0-2-1 against the spread (ATS) at home this season and is 1-2 straight up. It is 1-4-1 ATS this season. It is led by QB Justin Herbert, who has 1,592 passing yards and 13 total touchdowns on the season.

The Bears are 2-4-1 ATS this season and 1-2 ATS on the road. They are coming off a 30-12 home win over the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 7, covering as 2.5-point underdogs. Chicago is 6-1 O/U. It will be led by QB Tyson Bagent, who threw for 162 yards and completed 21 of 29 attempts in Week 7. The Bears are 2-1 ATS over their last 3 games.

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Bears at Chargers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 3:34 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bears +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Chargers -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bears +8.5 (-110) | Chargers -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bears at Chargers key injuries

Bears

S Jaquan Brisker (illness) out
OL Nate Davis (ankle) out
QB Justin Fields (thumb) out
CB Eddie Jackson (foot) questionable

Chargers

TE Gerald Everett (hip) questionable
CB Deane Leonard (hamstring) questionable
WR Josh Palmer (knee) questionable

Bears at Chargers picks and predictions

Prediction

Chargers 28, Bears 20

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bears are led by a rookie who beat the Raiders, but the Chargers are going to be a different beast. At home, the favorite at -450 has no value. Ultimately, avoid a moneyline play.

Against the spread

BET BEARS +8.5 (-110).

The Chargers should win, but that’s not to say they will deserve the victory. Los Angeles is 0-2-1 ATS at home and lost to the Cowboys 20-17 and the Dolphins 36-34 along with a 24-17 win over the Raiders, who the Bears beat in Week 7.

The Bears are 1-1-1 ATS on the road over their last 3 away games and have held 3 straight opponents to 20 points or fewer. Their defense has come alive and should help keep this game close.

Take BEARS +8.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 46.5 (-110).

The Bears are 6-1 O/U this season and have allowed 30-plus points in 3 games this season, scoring 30 or more in 2 of their last 3.

The Herbert-led Chargers have scored 24 or more in 4 of 6 games and are 2-4 O/U, but they did go Over 45.5 against the Titans, their lone game with a total under 47.

Back OVER 46.5 (-110).

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Las Vegas Raiders at Chicago Bears odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Las Vegas Raiders at Chicago Bears odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Las Vegas Raiders (3-3) and Chicago Bears (1-5) meet Sunday at Soldier Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Raiders vs. Bears odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Just what everyone wanted to see — a game featuring backup quarterbacks.

The Raiders are rolling with QB Brian Hoyer under center as Jimmy Garoppolo is out with a back injury. The Bears are going with Tyson Bagent as Justin Fields is out with a dislocated thumb.

The Raiders covered as 3-point favorites with a 21-17 victory over the New England Patriots last week. They’re now 3-2-1 against the spread (ATS) and 1-1-1 on the road. Hoyer came in and connected with 6-for-10 passing for 102 yards. RB Josh Jacobs continues to struggle with just 2.9 yards per carry.

The Bears’ season continues to unravel. They failed to cover as 3-point dogs in a 19-13 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. They’re now 1-4-1 ATS and 0-2-1 at home. With Fields and RB Khalil Herbert out, expect a large dosage of RB D’Onta Foreman, who had 15 carries for 65 yards last week.

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Raiders at Bears odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:16 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Raiders -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Bears +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Raiders -2.5 (-110) | Bears +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 37.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Raiders at Bears key injuries

Raiders

QB Jimmy Garoppolo (back) out
CB Nate Hobbs (ankle) out

Bears

QB Justin Fields (thumb) out
RB Khalil Herbert (knee) out
RB Roschon Johnson (concussion) out

Raiders at Bears picks and predictions

Prediction

Raiders 24, Bears 10

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