Bears vs Cardinals Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets – NFL, Week 9

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray throws a pass against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Nov 01, 2024, 3:30 PM
  • The Cardinals are -1 point favorites vs the Bears
  • Total (Over/Under): 44.5 points
  • Watch this game on CBS

The Chicago Bears (4-3-0) visit State Farm Stadium to take on the Arizona Cardinals (4-4-0) on Nov. 3. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:05pm EDT in Glendale, AZ.

The Cardinals are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -1 (-110).

The Bears vs. Cardinals Over/Under is 44.5 total points for the game.

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Bears vs. Cardinals Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Bears+1 -11044.5 -110+100
Cardinals -1 -11044.5 -110-120

Bears vs. Cardinals Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Bears will win this game with 50.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Bears vs Cardinals Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Bears will cover the spread with 54.0% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Bears players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Bears Player Prop Bets Today

  • Cole Kmet has hit the Receptions Over in 11 of his last 14 games (+7.40 Units / 41% ROI)
  • Cole Kmet has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 11 of his last 15 games (+6.65 Units / 38% ROI)
  • D’Andre Swift has hit the Receptions Under in 11 of his last 16 games (+5.90 Units / 29% ROI)
  • Roschon Johnson has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.55 Units / 45% ROI)
  • Roschon Johnson has hit the Longest Rush Under in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 81% ROI)

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Cardinals players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Cardinals Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Marvin Harrison Jr. has hit the Receptions Under in 7 of his last 8 games (+6.00 Units / 61% ROI)
  • James Conner has hit the Longest Rush Over in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 85% ROI)
  • Chris Moore has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 6 of his last 7 games (+4.85 Units / 58% ROI)
  • James Conner has hit the Carries Over in 11 of his last 16 games (+4.85 Units / 26% ROI)
  • Zay Jones has hit the Receptions Over in 5 of his last 6 games (+4.05 Units / 57% ROI)

First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Cardinals vs Bears

Player Name 1st TD Odds
James Conner (Ari) +475
D'Andre Swift (CHI) +600
D’Andre Swift (CHI) +600

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Cardinals vs Bears

Player Name Anytime TD Odds
James Conner (Ari) -125
D'Andre Swift (CHI) +100
D’Andre Swift (CHI) +100

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Cardinals vs Bears

Player Name Over Under
Rome Odunze (CHI) 34.5 -110 34.5 -120
Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI) 51.5 -110 51.5 -120
Cole Kmet (CHI) 30.5 -110 30.5 -120
Keenan Allen (CHI) 48.5 -110 48.5 -120
D.J. Moore (CHI) 53.5 -115 53.5 -115

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Cardinals vs Bears

Player Name Over Under
D’Andre Swift (CHI) 64.5 -110 64.5 -120
  • The Chicago Bears have covered the Spread in 14 of their last 20 games (+9.75 Units / 44% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have scored first in 8 of their last 9 games (+7.95 Units / 77% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 9 of their last 16 games (+7.70 Units / 41% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have covered the 3Q Spread in 12 of their last 16 games (+7.55 Units / 37% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have covered the 1Q Spread in 9 of their last 10 away games (+7.45 Units / 53% ROI)
  • The Arizona Cardinals have hit the 2H Moneyline in 6 of their last 8 games (+7.10 Units / 89% ROI)
  • The Arizona Cardinals have covered the 2H Spread in 6 of their last 8 games (+3.70 Units / 42% ROI)
  • The Arizona Cardinals have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 8 of their last 16 games (+3.65 Units / 22% ROI)
  • The Arizona Cardinals have scored last in 5 of their last 8 games (+3.10 Units / 38% ROI)
  • The Arizona Cardinals have covered the 4Q Spread in 10 of their last 16 games (+3.00 Units / 16% ROI)

Bears Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Bears art 4-2 (+1.8 Units / 23.23% ROI).

  • Bears are 4-3 when betting on the Moneyline for +1.05 Units / 10.71% ROI
  • Bears are 3-4 when betting the Over for -1.4 Units / -18.18% ROI
  • Bears are 4-3 when betting the Under for +0.7 Units / ROI

Cardinals Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Cardinals are 5-3 (+1.6 Units / 17.78% ROI).

  • Cardinals are 4-4 when betting on the Moneyline for +1.95 Units / 22.03% ROI
  • Cardinals are 4-3 when betting the Over for +0.7 Units / 7.95% ROI
  • Cardinals are 3-4 when betting the Under for -1.4 Units / -15.91% ROI

Chicago Bears: Keys to the Game vs. the Arizona Cardinals

The Bears were winless (0-6) when trailing at the end of the third quarter last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .148.

The Bears were 1-5 (.167) when allowing 250 or more passing yards last season — T-3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .414.

The Bears were 1-8 (.111) when throwing at least 1 interception last season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .371.

The Bears were 1-7 (.125) when losing at least one fumble last season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .382.

Arizona Cardinals: Keys to the Game vs. the Chicago Bears

The Cardinals were winless (0-3) when forcing 2 or more turnovers last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .707.

The Cardinals were winless (0-10) when scoring less than 22 points last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .253.

The Cardinals were 1-6 (.143) when sacking the QB 3 or more times last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .650.

The Cardinals were 1-12 (.077) when converting less than 50% of third down conversion opportunities last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .430.

Additional Matchup Notes for Chicago Bears vs. Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals have averaged 0.31 epa per play against a light rush since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Bears have allowed 0.46 epa per play with a light rush since the 2023 season — worst in NFL.

The Cardinals ran successful plays on 66.7% of pass attempts on their opponent’s side of the field last week — T-4th-best in NFL. The Bears allowed successful plays on 66.7% of pass attempts on their own side of the field last week — T-worst in NFL.

Cardinals TEs have averaged just 4.1 yards after the catch since the 2023 season — T-4th-worst in NFL. The Bears have allowed just 3.8 yards after catch per reception to TEs since the 2023 season — best in NFL.

The Bears have rushed the ball on 46.2% of plays from scrimmage since the 2023 season — 5th-highest in NFL. The Cardinals have allowed 4.8 yards per carry since the 2023 season — T-3rd-worst in NFL.

The Bears have averaged just -0.46 epa per play against a heavy rush since the 2023 season — 2nd-worst in NFL. The Cardinals have allowed just -0.50 epa per play with a heavy rush since the 2023 season — T-3rd-best in NFL.

Bears RBs have gained 254 yards on 27 receptions (9.4 YPR) this season — T-4th-best in NFL. The Cardinals have allowed 8.8 Yards Per Reception to RBs this season — T-4th-worst in NFL.

Chicago Bears Offense: Important Stats

The Bears averaged -0.76 epa per play against a light rush last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.04.

The Bears have averaged 0.72 epa per play on contested throws this season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.07.

The Bears have run none of their plays in the red zone in the 1st quarter this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 12%.

The Bears have averaged -0.50 epa per play against a light rush since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.01.

Arizona Cardinals Offense: Important Stats

The Cardinals had 23 rushes of 20+ yards last season — most in NFL.

The Cardinals have converted first downs on just 3 of 31 plays (10%) on 3rd and long this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 24%.

The Cardinals have a third down conversion rate of 0% on third and 10+ yards to go this season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Cardinals have rushed for 20+ yards 33 times since the 2023 season — 2nd-most in NFL.

Chicago Bears Defense: Important Stats

The Bears defense allowed -0.17 epa per play with a stacked front last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 0.01.

The Bears defense has allowed a Completion Pct of just 25% (6 completions/24 attempts) in the red zone this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 56%.

The Bears defense allowed 58.8 receiving yards per game (1,000/17) to RBs last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 32.4.

The Bears defense has allowed successful plays on 31% of rush attempts in the 4th quarter since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 40%.

Arizona Cardinals Defense: Important Stats

The Cardinals defense has allowed first downs on 49% of plays on 3rd down since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 39%.

The Cardinals defense has allowed a third down conversion rate of 44% on 3rd and long this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 24%.

The Cardinals defense has allowed a passer rating of just 0.0 with a stacked front (0 Pass Attempts) this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 115.0.

The Cardinals defense has allowed successful plays on 56% of pass attempts from their own territory since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.

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