They say time flies fast, but you do not really feel it until times like these. NFL Week 17 is here as the Chicago Bears (3-12) travel to Ford Field to take on the Detroit Lions (7-8) in an NFC North rivalry.
Spend your New Year’s Day following the entire NFL schedule and keep an eye on the Bears vs Lions moneyline. This game could go either way and will have major implications on the NFL standings.
Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions
Chicago Bears Season Forecast
Bears fans were excited entering the 2022-23 season, but reality quickly set in. The entire team struggled, and they traded away their best players. As the future seemed bleak, Justin Fields came out of the shadows and showed everyone he is the QB1 in Chicago for years to come. Pair Fields with a good draft pick, and Chicago could be dangerous in the near future.
The Bears are really not as bad as their record shows. They have one of the worst defenders in the league and have no weapons offensively, yet Fields finds a way to score.
Chicago has remained competitive, losing to the Philadelphia Eagles, Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, and New York Giants by just one possession. It is impressive that they have been so close against many quality opponents. They get a taste of what a win feels like while keeping their draft pick low. Props to Ryan Poles, Matt Eberflus and company.
Moneyline
Opening Line
The Chicago Bears vs the Detroit Lions could really be decided by a coin flip. The spread is enticing, but let’s start with the Bears vs Lions moneyline that opened with Chicago +235 on the road.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
In less than a week, the Bears vs Lions moneyline has increased the odds for Chicago to +185.
What Make Lose the Bet
If the Bears cannot defeat the Lions, the moneyline would go in favor of the Lions.
Spread Line
Opening Line
Las Vegas loved the Detroit Lions in Week 17, as the Chicago Bears opened as +6.5 underdogs.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
Just like the moneyline, the spread has moved as well. Many of the experts’ free NFL picks love the Bears in the matchup as the line has moved to +5.
What Make Lose the Bet
If Chicago fails to win the game or loses by five or fewer points, the spread will go in favor of Detroit.
Total
Opening Line
When looking at the NFL team stats for the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions, the total shockingly opened at a low 48.5.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
The line currently sits at 51.5 and will likely continue to rise.
What Make Lose the Bet
If the Bears and Lions fail to combine for more than 51.5 points, the under will hit.
Chicago Bears Betting Trend to Know
The Chicago Bears have struggled against the spread all season long with a record of 5-9-1. It could be a mix of tough NFL matchups, or just their lack of skill on both sides of the ball, but betting against the Bears has made a lot of money. The Bears have gone over in eight of their last nine games.
Detroit Lions Season Forecast
What the heck happened to the Detroit Lions in Week 16 against the Carolina Panthers? Did anybody see that coming? The Lions need to win against the Chicago Bears to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Looking at the Week 16 NFL player stats, the Lions let the Panthers walk all over them in the run game. Chicago Bears fans’ eyes lit up watching that performance. Chicago is going to have a similar approach in Week 17 and looks to kick their divisional foe out of the playoffs and split the season series.
Moneyline
Opening Line
The Detroit Lions opened as heavy favorites against the Chicago Bears. Looking at the Bears vs Lions moneyline, the Lions opened at -280.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
The line still favors the Lions at -215.
What Make Lose the Bet
If the Lions lose this game, the moneyline will lose as well.
Spread Line
Opening Line
The Detroit Lions are favored by just under a touchdown against the Chicago Bears at -6.5.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
As the home team, the Lions spread has moved to -5.
What Make Lose the Bet
If the Lions lose the game, or win by less than 5 points, the spread will not cover.
Total
Opening Line
When looking at the NFL team stats for the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions, the total shockingly opened at a low 48.5.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
The line currently sits at 51.5 and will likely continue to rise.
What Make Lose the Bet
If the Bears and Lions fail to combine for more than 51 points, the under will hit. If it goes over 51.5, the over will hit.
Detroit Lions Betting Trend to Know
The Detroit Lions are a very impressive 10-5 both against the spread and the over/under. Looking at the NFL injury report, the Lions are pretty healthy and have been playing great football. Let’s just put aside their blunder of a performance in Week 16.
Most Profitable Players of this Matchup to Bet On
Jared Goff
The Detroit Lions have the 4th most total yards and 8th most passing yards in the NFL this season. A lot of the credit has to go to the man under center, and you should bet on him to torch the struggling Chicago Bear’s defense.
D’Andre Swift
Jamaal Williams exited the game in the Week 17 loss against the Carolina Panthers. That inevitably opens up the door for more carries from D’Andre Swift. Bet on the lead-back to cross the goal line as an anytime scorer.
Cole Kmet
This is going to be a very high-scoring game, and with all the attention to the ground game, Cole Kmet will be open. The Detroit Lions gave up way too many yards on the ground, and their entire week of practice will be on stopping the run. Expect a big game from the tight end.
Odds Breakdown
You need to follow the trends between the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions in Week 17. What do both teams have in common? Their defense is abysmal. Points will be handed out like Christmas presents, and the game will be over the posted total of 51.5.
The Lions are one of the best cover teams in the NFL, and that will continue. This will be a great get-right game for the Lions as they return to Ford Field. Take the Lions -5 (-110) against the pesky Bears.
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