Week 1 of the 2025 regular season culminates with the Chicago Bears facing off against the Minnesota Vikings in an NFC North showdown on Monday Night Football. Last year, the Vikings achieved a record of 14-3 before facing elimination in the Wild Card round against the Rams. The Bears concluded their season with a disappointing 5-12 record and brought in Ben Johnson as their new head coach.
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET at Soldier Field in Chicago. The Vikings enter the match as 1.5-point favorites according to the latest odds from DraftKings Sportsbook, with an over/under of 44 total points. Be sure to consider the insights from the SportsLine Projection Model before finalizing your picks.
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Currently, the model has made its projections on the Vikings vs. Bears matchup. Here are the latest NFL odds and betting lines:
| Metric | Line |
|---|---|
| Vikings vs. Bears Spread | Vikings -1.5 at DraftKings Sportsbook |
| Vikings vs. Bears O/U | 43.5 points |
| Vikings vs. Bears ML | Minnesota -122, Chicago +102 |
Best Bets from SportsLine Model for Vikings vs. Bears:
- Bears +1.5
- Under 44.5 points
Bears +1.5
Last season, the Bears posted a 5-2-1 ATS record at home and maintained a 2-1-1 ATS record as home underdogs. They bolstered their squad significantly with new recruits like Joe Thuney and Grady Jarrett. Additionally, with Ben Johnson steering the offense and J.J. McCarthy making his NFL debut away from home, the Bears (+1.5) are predicted to cover the spread in 51% of simulations.
Under 44.5 points
While both teams boast impressive offensive talent, they are employing young quarterbacks. The Under was a hit in 11 of the 17 games for the Vikings last season, including the first three games of the season. Similarly, the Under also hit 10 times for the Bears. As Caleb Williams and J.J. McCarthy navigate their respective offenses under the bright lights, expect a few challenging moments, especially in a divisional clash. The model suggests the Under is likely to be the outcome in 55% of simulations.
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