The Chicago Bears will face the Kansas City Chiefs on Friday, August 22. However, the Bears vs Chiefs game will not feature Patrick Mahomes or Caleb Williams. Read our betting predictions and analysis for the match between the Chicago Bears and Kansas City Chiefs before you use a sportsbook.
With Saturday’s 27-3 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals and the 6.5-point home favorite’s coverage, the Bears have now won all three preseason games. After throwing for 75 yards on 6-of-13, quarterback Tyson Bagent completed 7-for-8 passes for 87 yards and two touchdowns. Moreover, the Bears prevailed over the Buffalo Bills 33-6 and the Houston Texans 21-17.
Bears vs Chiefs NFL Preseason Betting Odds
- Chicago Bears: -120
- Kansas City Chiefs: +100
- Over/Under: 32.5
- Point Spread: 1.5
NFL Preseason Prediction and Analysis for 08/22/2024
According to the latest football news reports, the Bears of Chicago are shaping to be a formidable defensive unit. Impressive depth and aggression were displayed during the 2023 regular season, and that trend has continued into preseason play. Last week, Cincinnati’s 3.8 YPC was second to Buffalo’s 200 YPC on 65 plays (3.1 average), yet the Bengals’ performance was as disappointing. Only twice did the Bengals and Bills score when facing this formidable Bears defense.
The Bears’ defense has recorded nine sacks thus far in preseason play despite the absence of crucial pass rushers. Production has been delayed by about seven quarters since the Hall of Fame game versus the Texans had to be cut short due to weather.
You may also pick this game up by taking on the Chiefs’ backup offensive line. In its two games, Kansas City has given up eight sacks, which has resulted in the Chiefs’ backup quarterbacks playing in goal and a 22 percent conversion rate on third downs (6 of 27 plays). According to pay per head reviews and news sites, the Bears’ defensive unit should be ready to play at a high level again.
No quarterback for the Chicago Bears has looked well thus far in preseason offensively. Throwing for two touchdowns on 73% completions and 7.9 yards per attempt, Tyson Bagent has been quite effective.
In the quarterback room, Austin Reed and Brett Rypien are still vying for the role of third man as the season approaches. Nine explosive passing plays involving Rypien and Reed have gone for fifteen yards or more. Their offense has averaged 6.6 yards per play thus far in the preseason, and Williams has only played in a couple of series.
Bears vs Chiefs Betting Pick
- Date: August 22, 2024
- Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Bet on the Chicago Bears at -1.5
We don’t think Kansas City’s early usage of Carson Wentz will be enough to change the game’s outcome. As opponents continue to rely on their depth charts, the Bears’ dominance in the second part of preseason games becomes more apparent. Thus, the Bears will close their preseason with a 4-0 record.
