Our Vikings vs Bears prediction is the tightest call of the 6pm BST window, between two unbeaten sides who could hardly have won more differently. Squawka Signal’s live read updates on this page through the week.
The Chicago Bears put 59 points on Carolina with 291 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns. The Minnesota Vikings beat Green Bay 39-22 from 239 total yards. One of those afternoons is far easier to repeat than the other.
Vikings vs Bears: our editor’s props
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Vikings vs Bears: 2026 form so far
The table flatters Chicago and undersells Minnesota, which is what happens when one side scores 59 and the other converts everything it touches.
| 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 |
Minnesota went four from four in the red zone from 239 yards. Chicago gained 552 and converted 71% of third downs. Neither is a sustainable rate.
Vikings vs Bears injury report and team news
Carson Wentz took 19 of Minnesota’s 24 pass attempts and threw three touchdowns at a 123.5 rating. Kyler Murray attempted five passes and threw an interception.
This section updates as soon as the Out, Doubtful and Questionable tags land.
The matchup that settles it: Chicago’s ground game against Minnesota’s front
Chicago ran for 291 at 7.5 a carry. Minnesota held Green Bay to 66 at 3.1 and landed 15 quarterback hits, so something has to give early.
Minnesota cannot rely on perfect red-zone work again. Green Bay out-gained them by 180 yards and still lost by 17, which will not happen weekly.
Caleb Williams threw for 269 without an interception. Carolina’s defence is not Minnesota’s, mind, and the Vikings took the ball away twice.
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
Kickoff is 6pm BST on Sunday, September 20, which is 1:00 PM ET in Chicago. Sky Sports has the UK coverage and NFL Game Pass on DAZN carries every game of the season, live or on demand. Sky takes one exclusive pick from each of the Sunday 6pm and 9pm windows, and those two reach Game Pass 24 hours after the final whistle. Squawka may earn a commission if you subscribe through that link.
| Detail | Vikings vs Bears |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, September 20, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 6:00pm BST / 1:00 PM ET, Sunday 20 Sep |
| Venue | Soldier Field, Chicago, IL |
| TV | Sky Sports |
| Live stream | NFL Game Pass (DAZN) |
| Week | Week 2, 2026 NFL season |
Vikings vs Bears prediction and score projection
Our Vikings vs Bears prediction is a Chicago win, 27-24. Home field and the better ground game edge it, though Minnesota’s pass rush keeps it close.
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Vikings vs Bears FAQ
Chicago, narrowly, at home. Both are 1-0, but the Bears gained 552 yards in their opener to Minnesota’s 239.
6pm BST on Sunday, September 20, which is 1:00 PM ET.
Sky Sports has the coverage and NFL Game Pass on DAZN carries every game of the season, live or on demand. Sky holds one exclusive pick in each of the Sunday 6pm and 9pm windows, and those two reach Game Pass 24 hours after the final whistle. Channel 5 and 5ACTION show two games free-to-air every Sunday, and those are not blacked out.
Carson Wentz took the majority of the snaps in Week 1, throwing three touchdowns. Kyler Murray attempted five passes.
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