Our Vikings vs Bears prediction is the closest call of the early Sunday window. Squawka Signal’s live read updates on this page through the week.
Two 1-0 teams, two entirely different templates. The Minnesota Vikings scored 39 from 239 yards, going four from four in the red zone. The Chicago Bears scored 59 from 552, with 291 of those yards on the ground.
Vikings vs Bears: our editor’s props
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Vikings vs Bears: 2026 form so far
One game apiece, and a table that rewards a second look. Volume and efficiency sit on opposite sides of it.
| 2026 season to date | Vikings | Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Points for | 39 | 59 |
| Points against | 22 | 37 |
| Point differential | +17 | +22 |
| Total yards | 239 | 552 |
| Yards per play | 3.9 | 7.9 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Third-down offence | 53.3% | 71.4% |
| Red-zone offence | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| Sacks recorded | 4 | 2 |
| Opponent passer rating | 88.1 | 107.5 |
Chicago converted ten of 14 third downs. Minnesota converted eight of 15 and scored more points per yard than anyone in the league’s opening week.
Vikings vs Bears injury report and team news
Minnesota’s quarterback split is worth watching: Carson Wentz threw 19 times for three touchdowns, Kyler Murray five times for an interception.
This section updates as soon as the Out, Doubtful and Questionable tags land.
The matchup that settles it: six rushing touchdowns against 15 quarterback hits
Chicago scored six times on the ground in Week 1. No side has managed that twice in living memory, and Minnesota’s front is a different order of problem.
The Vikings hit Jordan Love 15 times and sacked him four. Caleb Williams was sacked twice by Carolina and threw for 269 at a 124.1 rating.
Minnesota’s 239 yards is the number that should worry them. Efficiency that extreme regresses, and Chicago at home will make them earn it.
Players to watch
- Justin Jefferson (MIN, WR): Eight catches for 92 yards and two touchdowns.
- Carson Wentz (MIN, QB): Three touchdowns from 19 attempts at a 123.5 rating.
- D’Andre Swift (CHI, RB): 18 carries, 124 yards and three touchdowns.
- Caleb Williams (CHI, QB): 21 of 29 for 269 yards and two scores, no interceptions.
How to watch Vikings vs Bears
The game kicks off at 1:00 PM ET on Sunday, September 20, which is 12:00 PM CT and 10:00 AM PT. CTV has the regional broadcast and RDS the French-language call, and DAZN carries every game of the season. Squawka may earn a commission if you subscribe through that link.
| Detail | Vikings vs Bears |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, September 20, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 1:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM CT / 10:00 AM PT |
| Venue | Soldier Field, Chicago, IL |
| TV | CTV (regional) / RDS (French) |
| Live stream | DAZN (NFL Game Pass) / CTV.ca |
| Week | Week 2, 2026 NFL season |
Vikings vs Bears prediction and score projection
Our Vikings vs Bears prediction is a Chicago win, 27-24. The Bears have the ball-carrying and the crowd; the Vikings have the pass rush to stay in it.
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Vikings vs Bears FAQ
Chicago, at home and narrowly. Both are 1-0, but the Bears out-gained their opponent by more than 300 yards in Week 1.
1:00 PM ET on Sunday, September 20, which is 12:00 PM CT and 10:00 AM PT.
CTV has the regional broadcast and RDS the French. DAZN carries it as a stream.
Carson Wentz took most of the snaps in the opener. Kyler Murray attempted five passes.
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