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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings, another article in our weekly series of free NFL betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free NFL betting breakdown article is for Sunday, October 9th, 2022.

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Today's Betting Overview - Bears @ Vikings

The Bears take on the Vikings on Sunday, October 9th at U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis. RotoBaller provides free handicapping picks and odds for all NFL games throughout the 2022 season.

  • Matchup: Chicago Bears (2-2) vs. Minnesota Vikings (3-1)
  • Date: Sunday, October 9th, 2022
  • Time: 1:00 PM ET
  • Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium

 

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Chicago Bears - NFL Betting Analysis

Last week, the Bears fell by a score of 20-12 to the New York Giants, giving them a loss in the NFC standings. In terms of betting, Chicago not only lost the game but failed to cover the spread as 3.0 point underdogs. The team's combined scoring of 32 points fell below the posted betting line of 39. The Bears were not able to make a comeback in last week's game, as they trailed New York by a score of 17-12 heading into the final quarter. Through 4 games, the Bears have an ATS record of 1-2-1. So far, they have an over-under record of 1-3. This week's betting total of 44.0 is higher than the line in their previous games.

As the Bears prepare to take on Minnesota, they are ranked 31st in points per game at 16.0. This week, the team is matched up against the league's 12th-ranked defense, look for Chicago to struggle to move the ball. So far, the Bears are ranked last in pass yards per game, and despite facing a Minnesota secondary that is vulnerable through the air, the Bears figure to struggle in the passing game. But, on the ground, the Bears should be in line for a good performance, as they are one of the better rushing team's in the league and are facing a defense that has its problem stopping the run.

 

Minnesota Vikings - NFL Betting Analysis

Last week, the Vikings picked up a conference win after taking down the New Orleans Saints by a score of 28-25. Despite the straight up win, the Vikings did not cover the spread. They went into the matchup as -4.0 point favorites. The teams combined for a total of 53 points, which surpassed the over-under betting line of 41. In their win over New Orleans, the Vikings held a 2 point lead heading into the 4th quarter at 16-14. However, their 3 was not enough to cover the point spread. Through 4 games, the Vikings have an ATS record of 3-1. So far, they have an over-under record of 2-2. This week's betting total of 44.0 is higher than the line in their previous games.

As the Vikings prepare to take on Chicago, they are ranked 15th in points per game at 21.5. This week, the team is matched up against the league's 11th ranked defense, look for Minnesota to have a below-average performance compared to their usual offensive output. This week, look for the Vikings to struggle in the passing game, as not only have they struggled to move the ball through the air, but they are facing a secondary ranked 7th in passer rating allowed. On the ground, our projections show that the Vikings' offense will have its problems. Even though they have a decent matchup against a Chicago, look for Minnesota to come up with fewer rush yards than their season average of 98.0.

 

Today's NFL Betting Pick - Bears vs. Vikings

Looking back at the recent matchups between Chicago and Minnesota, the Vikings have taken 3 of the last 5 contests. The two teams have combined to average 41.2 points per game in their last 5 meetings. The Vikings will look to build off last year's success over Chicago as they won both games by scores of 31-17 and 17-9.

The Minnesota Vikings have gone 4-1-0 vs the spread in these games. On average, the Bears have averaged 18.6 points per game in the past 5 head-to-head matchups, compared to Minnesota at 22.6.

Across their previous 3 regular season games, the Bears have a straight up record of just 1-2. In a similar fashion, the team's record vs the spread in these games was just 0-2-1. Their over-under record in this span was 1-2.

Across the Bears last 3 road games, the team averaged 13.0 points per game while allowing 26.0. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 0-3, while going 0-3 straight-up.

Over their last 3 regular season games, the Vikings have gone 2-1 straight up. The team has also been excellent vs the spread, going 0-3. Their over-under record in these games was 2-1

Minnesota has played well in their previous 3 home games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 27.33 points per game while allowing 16.0. The team also performed well vs the spread at 2-1.

Recommended ATS Betting Pick: Vikings -7.0

Recommended OU Betting Pick: Under 44.0



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