Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/16

NFL Game preview

The Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings will meet in Week 11 of the 2025 NFL season. The game will take place at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, where the weather outside is cold but the game inside will be unaffected due to the dome. Fans can catch the game on FOX at 1:00 PM on Sunday, November 16.

The Bears come into this game with a 6-3 record. They are looking to improve their division record, which currently stands at 0-2. On the other hand, the Vikings have a 4-5 record but are 2-0 in division games. This matchup is important for both teams as they compete in the NFC North.

Chicago Bears Team Preview

The Chicago Bears recently won against the New York Giants with a 24-20 victory. Caleb Williams led the offense with 220 passing yards and a touchdown. The defense was strong, with C.J. Gardner-Johnson recording two sacks and seven solo tackles.

In an earlier game, the Bears defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 47-42. Caleb Williams was impressive again with 280 passing yards and three touchdowns. Kyle Monangai contributed significantly on the ground with 176 rushing yards.

Against the Baltimore Ravens, the Bears fell short with a 30-16 loss. Caleb Williams threw for 285 yards but had an interception. D’Andre Swift scored a rushing touchdown, though the team struggled to keep up with Baltimore’s rushing attack.

Bears vs Vikings Game Day Info

  • Sport: NFL
  • Teams: Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings
  • Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN USA — Dome
  • Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Bears Moneyline +143, Vikings Moneyline -170, Bears Spread +3.0 (-108), Vikings Spread -3.0 (-112), Total Over 48.5 (-110), Total Under 48.5 (-110)

Minnesota Vikings Team Preview

The Minnesota Vikings have had a challenging season so far. In their recent game, they fell to the Baltimore Ravens 27-19 at U.S. Bank Stadium. Despite the loss, Jalen Nailor stood out with 124 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Earlier, the Vikings secured a close win over the Detroit Lions, 27-24. Their rushing attack was strong, with 142 yards on the ground. J.J. McCarthy contributed with two passing touchdowns in that victory.

The Vikings face injury concerns, with key players like Carson Wentz and Ryan Kelly on the injured reserve list. This has impacted their depth, particularly at quarterback and center positions. Despite these setbacks, the team continues to rely on their offensive weapons like Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.

BTB Betting Pick

The Vikings are favored by 3 points at home against the Bears. With the Vikings ranking 9th in scoring and the Bears at 26th, Minnesota’s offense is stronger. The recommendation is to take the Vikings to cover the spread, with a projected score of Vikings 28, Bears 20.

The total for the game is set at 48.5 points. Considering the Vikings’ solid defense, ranked 5th in opponent scoring, and the Bears’ lower-ranked offense, a lower-scoring game is likely. The recommendation is to take the under, with a projected total score of 48 points.