Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears picks, predictions: Who wins NFL Week 15 game?
The Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears play Monday (Dec. 20) in a Week 15 NFL game.
Which team will get the victory?
Check out these NFL Week 15 picks and predictions for the matchup, which can be seen at 6:15 p.m. MST time on ESPN.
The Vikings are a 3.5-point favorite.
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Point spreads, game lines | Playoff picture | Power rankings
Pro Football Network: Vikings 31, Bears 28
Ben Rolfe writes: "The Bears’ offense appears to be lively with Justin Fields under center. In the last three games that he was able to complete, they have averaged 28 points. That is a concern for the Vikings, but their offense has been excellent recently. In the past six games, they have averaged 30.2 points per game. This could be a surprisingly high-scoring matchup, assuming the weather conditions in Chicago cooperate. Unless we get severe weather conditions, over 43 feels in play here, and the Bears have a good chance to cover this spread at home."
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Sportsnaut: Bears 24, Vikings 16
The site predicts that Chicago will get the victory at home over Minnesota in Week 15.
Doc's Sports: Take the Bears with the points vs. Vikings in Week 15
Tony Sink writes: "Chicago has given up a total of 1,560 yards on the ground (120.0 yards per game) and 13 touchdowns rushing this year. They have conceded 24 touchdowns through the air in addition to 216.5 yards per outing, ranking them 8th out of all teams. They have compiled 11 takeaways (6 fumbles and 5 picks) on the season. In total, they have allowed 332 points in total. The Bears defense has participated in 793 plays, which is 9th in the league. The Bears are allowing 25.5 PPG, which has them ranked 24th of all teams in the NFL."
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Picks and Parlays: Vikings 27, Bears 17
It writes: "Minnesota WR Adam Thielen (ankle) did not play in Thursday’s victory and is listed as questionable for this game. The Vikings need this game to keep their playoff hopes alive and will cover on the road."
Sportsnaut: Bears 17, Vikings 14
Matt Johnson writes: "Kirk Cousins isn’t exactly made for Monday Night Football. The big stage and a road matchup against a defense that should grow more comfortable in a new system lead to predictable results. These late-season wins will provide momentum for Fields and Co. to build on heading into 2022."
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FiveThirtyEight.com: Vikings have a 59% win probability
The site gives the Bears a 41% win probability in the NFL Week 15 game.
ESPN: Vikings have a 63.3% chance to win
The site's Football Power Index gives the Bears a 36.4% chance to pick up the victory in the Week 15 NFL game.
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