Panthers vs Bears Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 5

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Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore celebrates his touchdown reception from quarterback Justin Fields in the end zone during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Oct 04, 2024, 11:51 AM
  • The Bears are -4 point favorites vs the Panthers
  • Total (Over/Under): 41.5 points
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The Carolina Panthers (1-3-0) visit Soldier Field to take on the Chicago Bears (2-2-0) on Oct. 6. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in Chicago, IL.

The Bears are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -4 (-110).

The Panthers vs. Bears Over/Under is 41.5 total points for the game.

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Panthers vs. Bears Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Panthers+4 -11041.5 -110+165
Bears -4 -11041.5 -110-200

Panthers vs. Bears Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Bears will win this game with 67.1% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Panthers vs Bears Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Bears will cover the spread with 58.5% 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 Panthers players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Panthers Player Prop Bets Today

  • Bryce Young has hit the TD Passes Under in 11 of his last 13 games (+11.60 Units / 67% ROI)
  • Bryce Young has hit the Passing Yards Under in 12 of his last 15 games (+8.10 Units / 41% ROI)
  • Diontae Johnson has hit the Longest Reception Over in 7 of his last 8 games (+5.80 Units / 63% ROI)
  • Adam Thielen has hit the Longest Reception Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.65 Units / 47% ROI)
  • Jonathan Mingo has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 11 of his last 16 games (+4.65 Units / 23% ROI)

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

Best Bears Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Cole Kmet has hit the Receptions Over in 11 of his last 15 games (+7.10 Units / 39% ROI)
  • D’Andre Swift has hit the Receptions Under in 7 of his last 8 games at home (+5.90 Units / 55% ROI)
  • Cole Kmet has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 11 of his last 16 games (+5.65 Units / 31% ROI)
  • Roschon Johnson has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.55 Units / 45% ROI)
  • Cairo Santos has hit the Field Goals Over in 11 of his last 17 games (+5.40 Units / 30% ROI)

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Bears vs Panthers

Player Name Over Under
Cole Kmet (CHI) 27.5 -120 27.5 -110
Keenan Allen (CHI) 40.5 -115 40.5 -115
D.J. Moore (CHI) 52.5 -120 52.5 -110

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Bears vs Panthers

Player Name Over Under
Dโ€™Andre Swift (CHI) 47.5 -115 47.5 -115
  • The Carolina Panthers have covered the 3Q Spread in 13 of their last 17 games (+7.75 Units / 34% ROI)
  • The Carolina Panthers have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 12 of their last 17 games (+6.15 Units / 29% ROI)
  • The Carolina Panthers have hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 6 of their last 10 away games (+3.75 Units / 33% ROI)
  • The Carolina Panthers have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 17 games (+3.70 Units / 22% ROI)
  • The Carolina Panthers have hit the 2H Moneyline in 6 of their last 11 games (+1.90 Units / 17% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have covered the Spread in 14 of their last 21 games (+8.65 Units / 37% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the Moneyline in 9 of their last 10 games at home (+8.55 Units / 53% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have scored first in 10 of their last 13 games (+8.20 Units / 57% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have covered the 1Q Spread in 14 of their last 20 games (+7.05 Units / 27% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+5.20 Units / 52% ROI)

Panthers Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Panthers art 1-3 (-2.3 Units / -52.27% ROI).

  • Panthers are 1-3 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.9 Units / -22.5% ROI
  • Panthers are 3-1 when betting the Over for +1.9 Units / 43.18% ROI
  • Panthers are 1-3 when betting the Under for -2.3 Units / ROI

Bears Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Bears are 2-1 (+0.9 Units / 20.22% ROI).

  • Bears are 2-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +0 Units / 0% ROI
  • Bears are 1-3 when betting the Over for -2.3 Units / -52.27% ROI
  • Bears are 3-1 when betting the Under for +1.9 Units / 43.18% ROI

Carolina Panthers: Keys to the Game vs. the Chicago Bears

The Panthers were winless (0-4) when sacking the QB 3 or more times last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .650.

The Panthers were winless (0-7) when playing in cold weather last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.

The Panthers are winless (0-7) when playing in cold weather since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.

The Panthers are 2-15 (.118) when the opposing team commits less than 60 yards in penalties since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.

Chicago Bears: Keys to the Game vs. the Carolina Panthers

The Bears are 8-2 (.800) when not throwing an interception since the 2023 season — T-7th-best in NFL. The Panthers have intercepted 11 passes since the 2023 season — T-4th-fewest in NFL.

The Bears were winless (0-7) when allowing 22 or more points last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .223.

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.

Additional Matchup Notes for Carolina Panthers vs. Chicago Bears

The Bears have thrown for 4,208 passing yards in 21 games (just 200.4 YPG) since the 2023 season — 5th-worst in NFL. The Panthers have allowed just 178.7 passing yards per game since the 2023 season — 3rd-best in NFL.

The Bears ran successful plays on 66.7% of pass attempts against a base front last week — 4th-best in NFL. The Panthers pressured opposing QBs on 8.3% of pass attempts with a base front last week — 5th-worst in NFL.

Bears WRs have just 122.0 receiving yards per game since the 2023 season — 5th-worst in NFL. The Panthers have averaged just 124.8 receiving yards per game allowed to WRs since the 2023 season — 5th-best in NFL.

The Panthers have been successful on just 34.1% of plays they have ran against a base rush this season — 2nd-worst in NFL. The Bears have allowed their opponents to be successful on just 32.8% of plays with a base rush this season — 2nd-best in NFL.

The Panthers have run successful plays on just 32.5% of pass attempts against a base front this season — 2nd-worst in NFL. The Bears have allowed successful plays on just 26.9% of pass attempts with a base front this season — best in NFL.

The Panthers have run successful plays on 51.8% of rush attempts against a base front this season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Bears have allowed successful plays on 48.3% of rush attempts with a base front this season — 5th-worst in NFL.

Carolina Panthers Offense: Important Stats

The Panthers have a third down conversion rate of 75% on motion plays this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 43%.

The Panthers averaged 0.13 epa per play against open coverage last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.36.

The Panthers have averaged -0.85 epa per play against a stacked front this season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.05.

The Panthers averaged 13.6 drives per TD in the 1st half last season — 2nd-worst Drives Per TD rate in NFL; League Avg: 4.9.

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 -0.61 epa per play against a light rush since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.02.

The Bears ran successful plays on 90% of pass attempts in the 2nd half in Week 4 — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 45%.

The Bears have run none of their plays in the red zone in the 1st quarter this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 13%.

Carolina Panthers Defense: Important Stats

The Panthers defense allowed an average of 2.3 yards after contact per carry (472 carries) last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 1.8.

The Panthers defense allowed an average of 2.4 yards after contact per carry (422 carries) to RBs last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 1.9.

The Panthers defense has allowed an average of 2.3 yards after contact per carry (597 carries) since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 1.8.

The Panthers defense has sacked opposing QBs on just 5% of pass attempts (32/628) since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 7%.

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

The Bears defense allowed a third down conversion rate of 76% on 3rd and short last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 59%.

The Bears defense has allowed a passer rating of just 55.1 with a base front (52 Pass Attempts) this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 91.8.

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