The Chicago Bears kick off the 2022 NFL season against the San Francisco 49ers, which kicks off the Matt Eberflus era.
But these teams couldn’t be any further apart in terms of public perception. The 49ers are expected to contend for the Super Bowl. Meanwhile, many believe the Bears are destined to finish among the worst teams in the league.
This game is happening at the perfect time for Chicago as they’ll face an inexperienced Trey Lance, who’s making his first start as the starter for San Francisco. Justin Fields and the Bears offense will be looking to silence their doubters while Eberflus’ new-look defense will look to make an early statement.
The Bears are 6.5-point home underdogs against the 49ers, according to Tipico Sportsbook. But what do the experts think? Here’s a look: