Bears vs Vikings Prediction and Preview - NFL Week 2, 2026

The Chicago Bears will face the Minnesota Vikings in NFL Week 2 action at Soldier Field on Monday, September 21, commencing at 3:00am AEST.

This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Bears vs Vikings game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.

Who Will Win?

Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Vikings vs Bears 10,000 times.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Bears a 60% chance of defeating the Vikings at Soldier Field.

Bears vs Vikings: Odds

The latest Bet365 betting odds in Australia for this NFL game at Soldier Field are shown below:

• Head to Head: Bears $1.59, Vikings $2.45
• Line: Bears -2.5 ($1.91), Vikings +2.5 ($1.91)
• Total (Over/Under 45.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91

Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.

Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Bears at $1.59 and the Vikings at $2.45.

The Bears are 2.5-point favourites against the Vikings, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.

For the underdog Vikings (+2.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.

The over/under for total points scored is set at 45.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.

According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Bears (-2.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 45.5-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.

Bears vs Vikings: Best Bets

• Head to Head: Minnesota at $2.45 with Bet365
• Line: Bears -2.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
• Total Points: Over 45.5 at $1.91 with Bet365

Today's Bears vs Vikings betting tips are based on complex simulations and wagering expertise to provide you with the best possible advice every day of the year.

While the Bears have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Vikings to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.

Making use of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to being profitable in the long run.

Bears vs Vikings: Prediction

Stats Insider's predicted final score for Bears vs Vikings at Soldier Field in Week 2 is the Bears winning 24-21.

This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.

Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Chicago vs Minnesota game in Week 2, including data-driven predictions and computer tips.

Our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before the Chicago vs Minnesota match-up.

As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every NFL game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.

Bears vs Vikings: Week 2 Essential Details

The NFL Week 2 match-up between the Bears and Vikings at Soldier Field is scheduled to commence at 3:00am AEST on Monday, September 21.

• Teams: Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings
• Date: Monday 21 September 2026
• Time: 3:00am AEST
• Venue: Soldier Field

All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.

Conclusion

Our Chicago vs Minnesota predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NFL tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.

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