**Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears: Predictions and Odds for December 22, 2024**
The Detroit Lions are set to take on the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Week 16 of the NFL season. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:
### **Game Details**
– **Date & Time:** Sunday, December 22, 2024, at 1:00 PM ET
– **Location:** Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois
– **TV/Stream:** FOX, NFL+, Fubo TV
### **Team Outlook**
**Detroit Lions:**
– **Record:** 12-2 (1st in NFC North)
– The Lions are coming off a tough 48-42 loss against the Buffalo Bills despite Jared Goff’s incredible performance: 494 passing yards, five touchdowns.
– Standout Players:
– **Jared Goff:** 3,759 passing yards, 30 TDs, 10 INTs.
– **Jahmyr Gibbs:** 1,047 rushing yards, 11 TDs.
– **Amon-Ra St. Brown:** 1,056 receiving yards, 10 TDs.
**Chicago Bears:**
– **Record:** 4-10 (4th in NFC North)
– The Bears continue their struggles, losing 30-12 to the Minnesota Vikings last week.
– Standout Players:
– **Caleb Williams:** 2,937 passing yards, 17 TDs, 5 INTs.
– **DJ Moore: 758 receiving yards, 5 TDs.
– D’Andre Swift: 79 rushing yards last game but is listed as questionable.
Injury Report
Lions:
– Several key players are sidelined, including defensive linemen Alim McNeill (concussion) and Josh Paschal (knee).
Bears:
– Caleb Williams and D’Andre Swift are expected to play, but injuries to starters like Ryan Bates and Gervon Dexter could impact performance.
Betting Odds & Prediction
– Moneyline: Lions (-320), Bears (+260)
– Spread: Lions -7 (-105), Bears +7 (-115)
– Total (O/U): 46.5
Prediction:
The Lions, despite their recent loss, are heavy favorites. They have the edge in offensive firepower and consistency. The Bears, struggling to break their losing streak, are unlikely to contain Detroit’s high-scoring offense.
Final Score Prediction: Lions 35, Bears 23
– Betting Picks:
– Moneyline: Lions
– Spread: Lions -7
– Over/Under: Over 46.5
The Lions are expected to solidify their dominance in the NFC North, while the Bears will likely face yet another challenging outing.