Chicago Bears vs Cincinnati Bengals Prediction

The Cincinnati Bengals will beat the Chicago Bears. The Cincinnati Bengals will cover the spread, and the total will go under.

Analyzing the data, we see that the Bengals, averaging 21.8 points per game, bring a solid defensive strategy that typically limits opponent scoring opportunities. Even though the Bears are putting up around 24 points per game, their offense relies heavily on rushing (averaging about 125 yards), which can be challenged by a Bengals defense that has been decent in stopping the run. The Bears have shown some efficiency in the passing game, but the Bengals’ secondary can disrupt their rhythm, especially considering that the Chicago offensive line has struggled at times in protection.

Moreover, while the Bears have a slightly better passing yardage average at 238 yards compared to the Bengals’ 216 yards, it is essential to take into account that the Bengals have been more effective in their passing completion rate (63.3% vs. 61.9%). This efficacy in completions could lead to sustained drives for the Bengals, allowing them to control the tempo and clock. Given these favorable factors for the Bengals and the likelihood of a lower-scoring game, I predict both teams will combine for fewer points than expected, keeping the total under the projected line. Thus, I firmly stand by the prediction that the Bengals will come out on top this evening.