Bears vs. Vikings Prediction: Minnesota Predicted to Win MNF Week 15 [2024]

NFL action continues on Monday at 8:00PM ET as the Chicago Bears take on the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Vikings as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Our team has utilized the latest data to simulate Monday's Chicago-Minnesota game 10,000 times," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"Incorporating recent updates and thousands of additional inputs, our prediction shows the Vikings are likely to win, with a probability of 75%, compared to the Bears' 25%."

This updated Bears vs. Vikings betting preview builds on my early Bears vs. Vikings prediction that I released at the start of the week.

For a closer look at today’s game, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Bears vs. Vikings predictions page.

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Bears vs. Vikings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

The NFL Week 15 action between the Vikings and Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.

• Who: Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings
• Date: Monday, December 16, 2024
• Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
• Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
• Merchandise: Buy Vikings and Bears gear at Fanatics

Dimers.com's full preview of Monday's Bears vs. Vikings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

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Bears vs. Vikings Predictions

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NFL matchup between the Bears and Vikings 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model gives the Vikings a 75% chance of defeating the Bears in Week 15 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Vikings winning 25-18.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Bears and Vikings each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 44 points has a 52% chance of staying under.

Bears vs. Vikings Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Bears	Vikings
Spread	+7 (-105)	-7 (-104)
Moneyline	+300	-330
Total	o44 (-110)	u44 (-110)

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

Bears vs. Vikings Picks

Our model's strongest edge in today's Bears vs. Vikings matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.

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Bears vs. Vikings TD Scorers

Who will score an anytime touchdown in Bears vs. Vikings?

According to our model, Minnesota's Aaron Jones is most likely to score the first TD in Bears vs. Vikings.

Our projections give Jones a 13.4% chance of scoring the first TD at U.S. Bank Stadium, while the Vikings RB is a 51.8% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Chicago Bears

Player	First TD Probability
D'Andre Swift	8.9%
DJ Moore	8.4%
Keenan Allen	8.1%

Minnesota Vikings

Player	First TD Probability
Aaron Jones	13.4%
Justin Jefferson	11.8%
Jordan Addison	8.0%

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Chicago Bears

Player	Anytime TD Probability
D'Andre Swift	38.0%
Keenan Allen	35.9%
DJ Moore	35.8%

Minnesota Vikings

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Aaron Jones	51.8%
Justin Jefferson	46.7%
Jordan Addison	34.7%

Bears vs Vikings Player Props

Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Bears and Vikings. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.

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Bears vs. Vikings Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Bears' Caleb Williams is projected to throw for fewer yards than the Vikings' Sam Darnold.

Bears Rushing

D'Andre Swift, Caleb Williams and DJ Moore are projected to be the leading rushers for the Bears.

Player	Position
D'Andre Swift	RB
Caleb Williams	QB
DJ Moore	WR

Vikings Rushing

Aaron Jones, Cam Akers and Sam Darnold are expected to lead the Vikings in rushing yards.

Player	Position
Aaron Jones	RB
Cam Akers	RB
Sam Darnold	QB

Bears Receiving

DJ Moore, Keenan Allen, Rome Odunze, Cole Kmet and D'Andre Swift are projected to top the receiving yards for the Bears.

Player	Position
DJ Moore	WR
Keenan Allen	WR
Rome Odunze	WR
Cole Kmet	TE
D'Andre Swift	RB

Vikings Receiving

Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson, Josh Oliver and Aaron Jones are projected to lead the Vikings in receiving yards.

Player	Position
Justin Jefferson	WR
Jordan Addison	WR
T.J. Hockenson	TE
Josh Oliver	TE
Aaron Jones	RB

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Conclusion

We predict the Vikings, with a 75% win probability, will likely beat the Bears on Monday.

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