- Matchup: Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears
- Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Venue: Soldier Field, Chicago, IL
- Broadcast: FOX
- Point Spread: Vikings +5.5
- Over/Under Total: 48
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On Sunday, Soldier Field will host the Chicago Bears (1-0) as they face off against the Minnesota Vikings (1-0). The Vikings enter as 5.5-point underdogs with the total set at 48 points.
The Minnesota Vikings kick off the season with a record of 1-0. In their previous game, they triumphed over the Green Bay Packers with a score of 39-22. Quarterback Carson Wentz completed 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and 3 passing touchdowns, achieving a QB rating of 123.5 and no interceptions. Star receiver Justin Jefferson made 8 catches for 92 yards, averaging 11.5 yards per grab. Jordan Mason led the rushing attack with 15 carries for 59 yards (3.9 yards per attempt). By the end of the game, the Vikings executed 58 plays for 239 total yards. The team rushed 34 times for 107 yards, averaging 3.1 yards per carry, while they allowed 66 rushing yards on 21 attempts, also averaging 3.1 yards per carry. In the air, the Vikings allowed 21 completions on 42 attempts for 353 yards, marking a completion rate of 50.0%.
This season, the Vikings have amassed 239 total yards. They have recorded 8 first downs while committing 3 penalties totaling 15 yards. When it comes to scoring, Minnesota has achieved 3 passing touchdowns and 2 rushing touchdowns, with 1 turnover. They rank 18th in the league for rushing yards, averaging 107.0 yards per game. Their scoring prowess puts them at an impressive 39.0 points per game average.
Defensively, Minnesota stands 13th in the league, allowing an average of 22.0 points per game. The Vikings have permitted 66.0 rushing yards per game, allowing 3.1 yards per rush. In terms of pass defense, they’re ranked 30th, giving up 353 passing yards on average, and a completion rate of 50.0%. Overall, they allow 419.0 yards per game, ranking them 28th in the NFL. They have surrendered 2 passing touchdowns, and their total rushing yards allowed this season is 66.
The Chicago Bears head into this contest sporting a 1-0 record as well. In their most recent outing, they triumphed over the Carolina Panthers with a high-scoring 59-37 victory. Quarterback Caleb Williams tossed for 269 yards on 21 of 29 passes, achieving 2 touchdowns and a QB rating of 124.1 without any interceptions. D’Andre Swift shined in the backfield, rushing 18 times for 124 yards, averaging 6.9 yards per carry. The leading receiver, Kalif Raymond, caught 8 passes for 84 yards, averaging 10.5 yards per reception. The Bears’ rushing game averaged an impressive 7.5 yards per attempt, amassing 291 yards from 39 attempts. They concluded the match with 552 total yards over 68 plays (8.1 yards per play). Additionally, their pass defense allowed 60.5% completions, surrendering 353 yards from 23 completions on 38 attempts. Chicago also let up 125 rushing yards on 22 carries (5.7 yards per carry).
The Chicago Bears rank first in the NFL in total yards with an average of 552 yards per game. Their rushing offense dominates, averaging 291 rushing yards per game. They have recorded 1 fumble and managed to secure 13 first downs on offense. However, they’ve also incurred 57 yards worth of penalties, ranking first in the league in that category. The Bears have thrown for a total of 261 yards this season. On the scoring front, they lead the NFL with an impressive average of 59.0 points per game.
Defensively, they have allowed 3 passing touchdowns and 353 passing yards per game, placing them 31st in the league. They’ve given up a total of 125 rushing yards so far. Chicago’s defense has notched 3 takeaways this season (2 forced fumbles and 1 interception). In total, they have allowed 37 points over the season, marking a defense that’s been on the field for 62 plays, placing them 16th in the league. Currently, they are conceding an average of 37.0 points per game, ranking them 29th in professional football.
Who will come out on top in this Vikings-Bears clash against the spread?
Predicts: Take the Vikings +5.5
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