Game Time: 4:25 pm ET, Sunday, October 27, 2024
Venue: Northwest Stadium, Landover, MD
Where to Watch: CBS
Season Record
Chicago Bears: 4-2 (4th place, NFC North)
Washington Commanders: 5-2 (1st place, NFC East)
Recent Form
Chicago Bears: won their last game at a neutral site against the Jacksonville Jaguars 35-16.
Washington Commanders: won their last game at home against the Carolina Panthers 40-7.
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Bears -3, Commanders +3; Over/Under: 43.5 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Bears -2.5, Commanders +2.5; Over/Under: 43 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Bears -2.5, Commanders +2.5; Over/Under: 43.5 points
Chicago Bears vs Washington Commanders Preview and Analysis
As the Chicago Bears prepare to face off against the Washington Commanders, both teams come into this matchup with impressive records. The Bears are 4-2 overall, while the Commanders boast a 5-2 record. The Bears have shown strength at home, winning all three of their home games, but they have struggled on the road, going 0-2. Their last game was a solid victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars, where Caleb Williams threw for 226 yards, completing 23 of 29 passes with four touchdowns and one interception. D’Andre Swift also made a significant impact, rushing for 91 yards and a touchdown.
On the flip side, the Commanders have been impressive as well, particularly at home where they are undefeated. Their latest game was a dominant 40-7 win against the Carolina Panthers. Jayden Daniels started the game, but after an injury, Marcus Mariota stepped in and completed 18 of 23 passes for 205 yards and two touchdowns. Brian Robinson Jr. led the rushing attack with 71 yards and a touchdown, while Terry McLaurin topped the receiving corps with 98 yards on six receptions.
Bears vs Commanders Prediction
Betting odds have the Commanders as a 3-point underdog according to DraftKings Sportsbook. With their new ownership and head coach Dan Quinn, the Commanders have made significant strides this season. Their rookie quarterback, Jayden Daniels, has been performing well, and the team has shown resilience. The Bears, while coming off a bye week and a recent victory, still face challenges on the road, particularly in their offensive performance. Their defense has been solid, but the Commanders have been scoring consistently against tough defenses.
This matchup promises to be a close contest. The Commanders are likely to put up points, and with the Bears struggling on the road, it could lead to another tough outing for Caleb Williams. The prediction here is that the Commanders will cover the spread, and they have a real shot at an upset.
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NFL Betting Trends
- Chicago Bears: 5-2 ATS as a favorite. 8-3 1H ATS versus good rushing teams averaging 4.5 rushing yards/carry or more. 9-4 1H ATS versus poor rushing defenses allowing 4.5 rushing yards/carry or more.
- Washington Commanders: 3-6 ATS as a home underdog. 3-6 ATS in home games where the total is between 42.5 and 49 points. 12-7 OVER in all games where the total is between 42.5 and 49 points.
Key Injuries
Chicago Bears:
- S. Daly (LS) – Knee
- J. Martin (DL) – Toe
- L. Borom (OL) – Ankle
- T. Homer (RB) – Finger
- T. Smith (DB) – Hip
- K. Gordon (DB) – Hamstring
- T. Stevenson (DB) – Calf
- J. Brisker (DB) – Concussion
- Z. Pickens (DL) – Groin
Washington Commanders:
- D. Fowler (LB) – Groin
- C. Lucas (T) – Neck
- D. Brown (WR) – Ankle
- B. Coleman (OT) – Concussion
- J. Daniels (QB) – Rib
- T. Biadasz (C) – Thumb
- D. Armstrong (DE) – Rib
- C. Ferrell (DE) – Knee
- N. Allegretti (G) – Ankle
- T. Owens (SAF) – Shin
- Z. Ertz (TE) – NIR – Rest
- E. Forbes (CB) – Thumb
Notable Quotes
“Obviously, you study, you watch, and do all these other things. But, you know, once the ball snaps, you have to have that post-snap read and know what you have to do and be confident about it.” – Caleb Williams after their win against the Jags in their last game.
“At the end of the day, we won handily and I think the defense did an unbelievable job.” – Terry McLaurin after their win against the Panthers in their last game.
Starting Lineups
Chicago Bears
- WR Moore, DJ
- WR Odunze, Rome
- WR Allen, Keenan
- TE Kmet, Cole
- QB Williams, Caleb
- RB Swift, D’Andre
- FB Blasingame, Khari
Washington Commanders
- WR McLaurin, Terry
- WR Brown, Dyami
- WR McCaffrey, Luke
- TE Ertz, Zach
- QB Daniels, Jayden
- RB Robinson Jr., Brian
Statistical Leaders
Chicago Bears
- Passing: C. Williams (1317 yards)
- Rushing: D. Swift (325 yards)
- Receiving: D. Moore (314 yards)
- Touchdowns: D. Moore (3)
Washington Commanders
- Passing: J. Daniels (1410 yards)
- Rushing: B. Robinson (396 yards)
- Receiving: T. McLaurin (454 yards)
- Touchdowns: B. Robinson (6)
Coaches:
Chicago Bears: Matt Eberflus (3rd season)
Washington Commanders: Dan Quinn (1st season)
