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The upcoming Sunday football showdown on November 16, 2025, features the Minnesota Vikings hosting the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN. This NFL regular season Week 11 game promises intriguing betting trends and game insights for bettors. The Vikings will start their QB J.J. McCarthy, stepping in after the season-ending injury to Carson Wentz. McCarthy's performance will be crucial as Minnesota's offense, averaging 299.9 total yards per game, faces a Bears defense allowing 375.7 yards on average.
Chicago Bears come into this game with a solid offense averaging 379.8 yards per game, led by QB Caleb Williams, who has been instrumental in their recent wins. The Bears' pass offense, averaging 232.4 yards, will test Minnesota's pass defense, which yields about 191.7 yards per game. Meanwhile, the Vikings' pass offense is slightly less productive at 197.8 yards but boasts a strong run game with 102.1 yards per game, challenging the Bears' run defense which allows 135.3 yards on average.
Defensive lineups are impacted by injuries; the Bears are missing key players like Dayo Odeyingbo and Kyler Gordon, while the Vikings are without Ryan Kelly and Jeff Okudah. These absences could sway the effectiveness of pass protection and rush dynamics. The Bears' pass rush is effective with 12.2 sacks per game, while the Vikings generate about 18.1 sacks per game, indicating a fierce battle in the trenches.
The betting odds favor the Minnesota Vikings by 2.5 points with a total points over/under at 48.5. Bettors should consider the Vikings' home advantage and the Bears' strong offensive stats. The underdog Bears have a 5-4 ATS record, while the Vikings are 4-5 ATS. This matchup also follows a close last game on September 8, 2025, where the Vikings edged out the Bears 27-24, showcasing a tight rivalry.
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In their last matchup on September 8, 2025, the Minnesota Vikings triumphed over the Chicago Bears 27-24 in a thrilling contest.