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Panthers vs. Bears Prediction: Chicago Predicted to Win Following Latest Data Analysis for NFL Week 5 [2024]
The Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers will lock horns in Week 5 of the NFL season at Soldier Field on Sunday, starting at 1:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Bears as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Panthers-Bears game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.
"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Bears with a win probability of 66%, while the Panthers have 34%."
Panthers vs. Bears Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
The NFL Week 5 matchup between the Bears and Panthers at Soldier Field is scheduled to begin at 1:00PM ET.
- Who: Carolina Panthers vs. Chicago Bears
- Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024
- Time: 1:00PM ET/10:00AM PT
- Venue: Soldier Field
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Bears and Panthers gear at Fanatics
- Live Stream: Watch this game on FOX via Hulu or FuboTV
Dimers.com's full preview of Sunday's Panthers vs. Bears matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Bears vs. Panthers picks, be sure to check out the latest NFL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
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Panthers vs. Bears Predictions
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NFL game between the Panthers and Bears 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Bears a 66% chance of beating the Panthers in Week 5 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Bears winning 21-18.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Panthers and Bears each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 40.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Along with our Panthers vs. Bears predictions, we've also here's what else we've got for today’s action:
Panthers vs. Bears Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Panthers | Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +4 (-108) | -4 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +165 | -194 |
| Total | o40.5 (-105) | u40.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Panthers vs. Bears Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Panthers vs. Bears matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.
Full access to our picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Panthers vs. Bears TD Scorers
Who will score an anytime touchdown in Panthers vs. Bears?
According to our model, Carolina's Chuba Hubbard is most likely to score the first TD in Panthers vs. Bears.
Our projections give Hubbard a 12.5% chance of scoring the first TD at Soldier Field, while the Panthers RB is a 47.2% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.
First Touchdown Scorer Predictions
Carolina Panthers
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Chuba Hubbard | 12.5% |
| Diontae Johnson | 9.0% |
| Xavier Legette | 7.4% |
Chicago Bears
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| DJ Moore | 9.6% |
| D'Andre Swift | 8.3% |
| Keenan Allen | 7.9% |
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions
Carolina Panthers
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Chuba Hubbard | 47.2% |
| Diontae Johnson | 36.4% |
| Xavier Legette | 31.3% |
Chicago Bears
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| DJ Moore | 37.6% |
| D'Andre Swift | 33.3% |
| Keenan Allen | 32.4% |
For a complete analysis of the most likely first and anytime TD scorers this week, see our NFL Week 5 touchdown scorer predictions
Panthers vs Bears Player Props
Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Panthers and Bears. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.
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Panthers vs. Bears Quarterbacks
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Panthers' Andy Dalton is projected to throw for more yards than the Bears' Caleb Williams.
Panthers Rushing
Chuba Hubbard, Miles Sanders and Andy Dalton are projected to be the leading rushers for the Panthers.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Chuba Hubbard | RB |
| Miles Sanders | RB |
| Andy Dalton | QB |
Bears Rushing
D'Andre Swift, Roschon Johnson and Caleb Williams are expected to lead the Bears in rushing yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| D'Andre Swift | RB |
| Roschon Johnson | RB |
| Caleb Williams | QB |
Panthers Receiving
Diontae Johnson, Xavier Legette, Jonathan Mingo, Chuba Hubbard and Ja'Tavion Sanders are projected to top the receiving yards for the Panthers.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Diontae Johnson | WR |
| Xavier Legette | WR |
| Jonathan Mingo | WR |
| Chuba Hubbard | RB |
| Ja'Tavion Sanders | TE |
Bears Receiving
DJ Moore, Keenan Allen, Rome Odunze, Cole Kmet and D'Andre Swift are projected to lead the Bears in receiving yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| DJ Moore | WR |
| Keenan Allen | WR |
| Rome Odunze | WR |
| Cole Kmet | TE |
| D'Andre Swift | RB |
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Conclusion
We predict the Bears, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Panthers in Week 5 of the NFL season.
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