Vikings vs Bears Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 12

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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  • The Vikings are -3.5 point favorites vs the Bears
  • Total (Over/Under): 39.5 points
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The Minnesota Vikings (8-2-0) visit Soldier Field to take on the Chicago Bears (4-6-0) on Nov. 24. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EST in Chicago, IL.

The Vikings are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-105).

The Vikings vs. Bears Over/Under is 39.5 total points for the game.

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Vikings vs. Bears Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Vikings-3.5 -10539.5 -110-185
Bears +3.5 -11539.5 -110+150

Vikings vs. Bears Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Vikings will win this game with 61.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Vikings vs Bears Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Vikings will cover the spread with 59.0% 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 Vikings players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Vikings Player Prop Bets Today

  • Aaron Jones has hit the Carries Over in 11 of his last 15 games (+6.50 Units / 37% ROI)
  • Aaron Jones has hit the Receptions Under in 7 of his last 8 away games (+5.90 Units / 51% ROI)
  • Josh Oliver has hit the Receptions Over in his last 5 away games (+5.70 Units / 86% ROI)
  • Sam Darnold has hit the Completions Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.65 Units / 46% ROI)
  • Josh Oliver has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 5 away games (+5.00 Units / 87% 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 10 of his last 13 games (+6.80 Units / 42% ROI)
  • D’Andre Swift has hit the Receptions Under in 8 of his last 10 games at home (+5.90 Units / 47% ROI)
  • Roschon Johnson has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 7 of his last 8 games at home (+5.85 Units / 64% ROI)
  • Cole Kmet has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 10 of his last 14 games (+5.50 Units / 33% ROI)
  • Caleb Williams has hit the Interceptions Under in 6 of his last 7 games (+5.20 Units / 66% ROI)

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Bears vs Vikings

Player Name Over Under
Cole Kmet (CHI) 22.5 -120 22.5 -110
Aaron Jones (MIN) 16.5 -110 16.5 -120
Keenan Allen (CHI) 40.5 -120 40.5 -110
Justin Jefferson (MIN) 81.5 -115 81.5 -115
Rome Odunze (CHI) 41.5 -120 41.5 -110

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Bears vs Vikings

Player Name Over Under
Aaron Jones (MIN) 61.5 -115 61.5 -115
Dโ€™Andre Swift (CHI) 62.5 -120 62.5 -110
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 14 of their last 19 games (+8.50 Units / 39% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 1Q Moneyline in 11 of their last 19 games (+6.34 Units / 26% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 11 of their last 16 games (+5.60 Units / 31% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the Moneyline in 12 of their last 19 games (+5.60 Units / 21% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have covered the 1Q Spread in 12 of their last 19 games (+4.85 Units / 20% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have covered the Spread in 10 of their last 11 games at home (+8.90 Units / 73% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the Team Total Over in 9 of their last 10 games at home (+8.30 Units / 72% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have scored first in their last 6 games (+6.30 Units / 90% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the Moneyline in 9 of their last 11 games at home (+5.55 Units / 29% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 5 of their last 9 games at home (+5.40 Units / 45% ROI)

Vikings Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Vikings art 7-3 (+3.7 Units / 33.64% ROI).

  • Vikings are 8-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +6.35 Units / 38.37% ROI
  • Vikings are 3-7 when betting the Over for -4.7 Units / -42.73% ROI
  • Vikings are 7-3 when betting the Under for +3.7 Units / ROI

Bears Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Bears are 5-4 (+0.6 Units / 5.43% ROI).

  • Bears are 4-6 when betting on the Moneyline for -3.85 Units / -26.19% ROI
  • Bears are 3-7 when betting the Over for -4.7 Units / -42.73% ROI
  • Bears are 7-3 when betting the Under for +3.7 Units / 33.64% ROI

Minnesota Vikings: Keys to the Game vs. the Chicago Bears

The Vikings are 1-9 (.100) when intercepting no passes since the 2023 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .370.

The Vikings were 1-8 (.111) when intercepting no passes last season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .348.

The Vikings are 8-1 (.889) when allowing less than 5 yards per rush this season — best in NFL; League Avg: .514.

The Vikings were 1-5 (.167) when the opposing team converts 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns last season — T-2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .440.

Chicago Bears: Keys to the Game vs. the Minnesota Vikings

The Bears are 1-5 (.167) when having a turnover margin within one of the opposing team this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.

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

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 3-9 (.250) when averaging less than 5 yards per rush last season — T-4th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .464.

Additional Matchup Notes for Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears

The Bears have scored on 12.5% of their drives in the first quarter this season — 3rd-worst in NFL. The Vikings defense has allowed scores on 13.3% of opponent drives in the first quarter this season — 2nd-best in NFL.

Bears QBs have been 41 sacked this season — 2nd-most in NFL. The Vikings have sacked the quarterback 35 times this season — T-3rd-most in NFL.

The Bears are averaging just 1.8 yards per carry on 3rd and short this season — 5th-worst in NFL. The Vikings have allowed just 1.9 yards per carry when defending on 3rd and short this season — 4th-best in NFL.

The Vikings have scored on 52% of their drives in the first quarter this season — best in NFL. The Bears defense has allowed scores on 40% of opponent drives in the first quarter this season — 4th-worst in NFL.

The Vikings have averaged just -0.64 epa per play against tight coverage since the 2023 season — 3rd-worst in NFL. The Bears have allowed just -0.63 epa per play with tight coverage since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL.

The Vikings ran successful plays on 73.7% of pass attempts with motion last week — 2nd-best in NFL. The Bears allowed successful plays on 63.6% of pass attempts against motion last week — 5th-worst in NFL.

Minnesota Vikings Offense: Important Stats

The Vikings ran successful plays on 8% of rush attempts on motion plays in Week 11 — worst in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

The Vikings have run successful plays on 29% of rush attempts in the red zone this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 46%.

The Vikings have run successful plays on 30% of rush attempts in the red zone since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 45%.

The Vikings have been sacked on 16% of pass attempts (11/69) in the 4th quarter this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 7%.

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 -0.51 epa per play against a light rush since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.02.

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 ran successful plays on 17% of plays against a light rush last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 39%.

Minnesota Vikings Defense: Important Stats

The Vikings defense allowed successful plays on 29% of rush attempts with a base rush last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 57%.

The Vikings defense allowed successful plays on 33% of plays open coverage in Week 11 — best in NFL; League Avg: 65%.

The Vikings defense allowed successful plays on 38% of pass attempts open coverage in Week 11 — best in NFL; League Avg: 66%.

The Vikings defense has allowed 33 of 159 (21%) first downs on the ground this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 38%.

Chicago Bears Defense: Important Stats

60% of the plays ran against the Bears were in the red zone in the 4th quarter in Week 11 — worst in NFL; League Avg: 12%.

The Bears defense has allowed a passer rating of just 53.9 in the red zone (33 Pass Attempts) this season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 94.0.

Offenses facing the Bears targeted RBs 41% of the time (7 Pass Attempts/17 plays) in Week 11 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 16%.

41% of the plays ran against the Bears were in the red zone in the 2nd half in Week 11 — worst in NFL; League Avg: 12%.

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