The Chicago Bears have won consecutive games against the Cincinnati Bengals and New York Giants to climb into a first-place tie with the Detroit Lions in the NFC North. This week brings a divisional matchup against the Minnesota Vikings as Chicago looks to avenge their opening-week loss.
Recent statistical trends suggest the Bears may hold a clear advantage in a key area against Minnesota’s struggling defense. The ground game has become Chicago’s identity over recent weeks.
Their rushing attack has steadily improved while Minnesota’s run defense continues to show vulnerability, creating a potential mismatch that could dictate Sunday’s outcome at U.S. Bank Stadium.
“After a slow start the Bears are 2nd in rushing YPG with 147.3 and leading the NFL since their bye week 183.4 YPG. Minnesota is 22nd in the league at stopping the run giving up 125.6 including 141.3 their last 3 games. The Bears need to pound the rock Sunday,” former Eagles tight end Clay Harbor wrote on X.
After a slow start the Bears are 2nd in rushing YPG with 147.3 and leading the NFL since their bye week 183.4 YPG.
Minnesota is 22nd in the league at stopping the run giving up 125.6 including 141.3 their last 3 games.
The Bears need to pound the rock Sunday. #DaBears #Bears
— Clay Harbor (@clayharbs82) November 12, 2025
The Bears carry momentum into Sunday, driven largely by quarterback Caleb Williams. Under head coach Ben Johnson, Williams has shown improved efficiency and better decision-making as the season has progressed.
Chicago also holds an edge in turnover differential at plus-14, leading the NFL in that category. Minnesota sits tied for 31st with a minus-7 mark through 10 weeks.
The Vikings’ defense has struggled to generate sacks, forced fumbles, and interceptions, while their offense has committed 16 turnovers this season. That total includes 11 interceptions and five lost fumbles, ranking second-most in the league.
Minnesota must address those ball-security issues heading into Sunday’s matchup at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Bears have consistently capitalized on opponent mistakes this season and will look to continue that trend against a Vikings team still searching for answers.
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