Week 1 concludes with a key NFC North matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. Chicago was 4-5 on its home field a year ago, while Minnesota was 6-2 on the road. The Vikings (14-3 in 2024), who finished second in the division, were 4-2 against divisional foes. The Bears (5-12), fourth in the NFC North, were 1-5 within the division. Vikings safety Harrison Smith (illness) has been ruled out, while star receiver Justin Jefferson is not on the injury report despite dealing with hamstring issues in the preseason.

Kickoff from Soldier Field in Chicago is set for 8:15 p.m. ET. The Vikings lead the all-time series 68-52-2. Minnesota is a 1.5-point favorite in the latest Vikings vs. Bears odds, while the over/under for total points is 43.5. Before you

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