Our Vikings vs Bears prediction is the closest call of the early window, between two 1-0 teams who won in almost opposite ways. Squawka Signal’s live read on this game, including where the value sits, updates on this page through the week.
The Chicago Bears scored 59 points on Carolina with 291 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns. The Minnesota Vikings beat Green Bay 39-22 from just 239 total yards. Consequently one of these openers is far easier to repeat than the other.
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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 team 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 offense | 53.3% | 71.4% |
| Red-zone offense | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| Sacks recorded | 4 | 2 |
| Opponent passer rating | 88.1 | 107.5 |
Minnesota gained 239 yards and scored 39 points, going four from four in the red zone. Chicago gained 552 and converted 71.4% of third downs. Neither is sustainable.
Vikings vs Bears injury report and team news
Carson Wentz took 19 of Minnesota’s 24 pass attempts in the opener and threw three touchdowns at a 123.5 rating. Kyler Murray attempted five passes and threw an interception.
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Minnesota VikingsChicago BearsWhere Vikings vs Bears is decided
Chicago’s ground game against Minnesota’s front is the game. The Bears ran for 291 at 7.5 a carry; the Vikings held Green Bay to 66 at 3.1 and landed 15 quarterback hits.
Minnesota’s efficiency will not hold at 100% in the red zone, so they need more than 239 yards. Green Bay out-gained them by 180 and still lost by 17.
Caleb Williams threw for 269 at a 124.1 rating without an interception. Nevertheless Carolina’s defense is not Minnesota’s, and the Vikings took the ball away twice.
Players to watch
- Justin Jefferson (MIN, WR): Eight catches for 92 yards and two touchdowns in the opener.
- 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 against Carolina.
- 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 at Soldier Field in Chicago. FOX carries it. This is one of the eight early Sunday kickoffs.
| 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 | FOX |
| 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 run 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.
1:00 PM ET on Sunday, September 20, which is 12:00 PM CT and 10:00 AM PT.
FOX has the game in the United States.
Carson Wentz took the majority of the snaps in Week 1, throwing three touchdowns. Kyler Murray attempted five passes.
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