Head coach Matt Nagy doesn't believe Akiem Hicks' knee injury is serious or long-term in nature.

Analysis: The Bears are going to need their big men up front to be as healthy as possible for Sunday, as they face a Vikings offense led by Dalvin Cook, who leads the league in rushing yards (375) and yards-per-carry average (6.6) through three games of the season. Chicago has done well against the run so far in 2019, allowing just 68.7 rushing yards per game in addition to only yielding 3.2 yards per carry to opposing running backs. If the Bears can limit Cook this week, they'd likely be a very solid…read more

Bilal Nichols will likely miss Monday's matchup against the Redskins due to a wrist issue.

Analysis: The Bears were mulling over the possibility of placing Nichols on injured reserve, which doesn't bode well for his short-term availability. Chicago's defense has allowed just 585 total yards and 24 points through two games this season, good for fourth- and third-best in the league, respectively. Washington has only managed 653 total yards so far in 2019 - ranking them as the eighth-worst offense in that category - including a measly 75 rushing yards, better than only the Bengals and Dolphins.…read more

Chicago surrendered 213 yards and 10 points in Week 1 and will play at Denver on Sunday.

Analysis: The Bears kept Aaron Rodgers and the Packers' offense in check during the season opener with five sacks, but they were unable to force any turnovers and took the loss due to their own offensive struggles. Denver managed only one TD in their season opener against Oakland, which should have Chicago licking its chops Week 2 due to the significant talent gap between the two defenses.

The Bears' starting defense is fully healthy heading into Thursday's season opener against the Packers.

Analysis: New DC Chuck Pagano looks as though he'll have his full complement of weapons to try and contain Aaron Rodgers in Week 1. The Bears finished first in scoring defense (17.7 PPG), third in total defense (299.7 YPG) and third in sacks (50) in 2018. CBs Kyle Fuller and Prince Amukamara will have their hands full trying to contain WR Davante Adams, but Khalil Mack and the dominant front seven can make their jobs significantly easier. Rodgers and the Packers typically take extreme care with the ball…read more

The Bears ranked first in scoring defense (17.7 PPG) and third in overall defense (299.7 YPG) in 2018.

Analysis: Chicago also ranked third with 50 sacks last season and return all the top-talent from the front seven. CB Bryce Callahan and S Adrian Amos left via free agency and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is the new head coach of the Broncos, so the Bears will have somewhat of a new look under new DC Chuck Pagano. The unit is poised for another dominant season with Khalil Mack leading the charge and will take on the Giants on Friday in Week 2 of the preseason.

The Bears rank fifth in the league with 46 sacks. They play the Vikings in Week 17.

Analysis: The Bears can secure a playoff bye with a win and a Rams loss to the 49ers, so they won't be a team resting starters. Neither will the Vikings, who can secure a playoff birth with a win. In these two teams' last meeting, the Bears held the Vikings to just 20 points while forcing three turnovers and running one back for a score. The Bears haven't let up lately, keeping their last three opponents to 17 points or less and under 88 rushing yards in each outing. The Vikings' rushing attack has been…read more

The Bears have recorded 11 sacks over the last three games. They play the 49ers in Week 16.

Analysis: 49ers QB Nick Mullens isn't easy to take down, as he's been dropped just 13 times in six games. Even if the Bears can't get to him, they're poised for another impressive outing since the 49ers have coughed up the ball nine times with Mullens under center and have only eclipsed 20 points once since their Week 11 bye. Furthermore, the Bears have held the Rams and the Packers to a combined 23 points over the last two weeks, so the 49ers will be light work for them. Lock the Chicago D/ST into your…read more

The Bears lead the league with 34 turnovers. They play the Packers in Week 15.

Analysis: The Bears forced two turnovers against the Packers in their Week 1 matchup, as backup QB DeShone Kizer threw a pick and fumbled while Aaron Rodgers' knee was being evaluated. Rodgers is near full health now, which limits the Bears' chances for turnovers as he has thrown just one interception this season. Still, he's been dropped 14 times in the last four games, setting the Bears up to tack on to their 40 sacks, which is tied for fourth in the league. The Bears may not live up to their standard…read more

The Bears allowed 30 points to the Giants in Week 13. They play the Rams in Week 14.

Analysis: Despite being one of the team's premiere defenses, the Bears have now allowed 30 or more points on three occasions. It will be tough to get back on track in this matchup, as the Rams rank second in the league with 31.9 points per game and fourth-best with just 11 turnovers. One of the Bears' strong points is dropping quarterbacks, and QB Jared Goff has proven his elusiveness by being sacked just 2.2 times per game. The floor is extremely low, too, as no team has kept the Rams to under 29 points…read more

The Bears lead the league with 29 turnovers. They play the Giants in Week 13.

Analysis: The Giants have recently shaped up on the turnover front, coughing up the ball just once in the last three games. They were up against the 49ers, Eagles and Buccaneers, however, which isn't a threatening bunch. The Giants' top weapon is RB Saquon Barkley, who will easily be the best back the Bears have faced yet this year. That threat may be extinguished by the Bears' second-rated run defense, which could force QB Eli Manning to throw more than usual, playing right into the Bears' hand, as…read more

The Bears have allowed 22 or less points in each of their last four games. They play the Lions in Week 12.

Analysis: The Bears rank fifth in the league with 32 sacks, with LB Khalil Mack responsible for eight. The Bears' relentless pass rush is effective even without dropping the quarterback, though, and it has aided them to lead the league in both turnovers (27) and interceptions (18). In fact, the Bears defense has been able to score three times in the last three games, and they've allowed just one touchdown in the first half of those outings. The Lions offense has been stagnant lately and will be without…read more

The Bears have forced 20 turnovers in the last seven games. They play the Vikings in Week 11.

Analysis: The Bears benefited from having LB Khalil Mack (ankle) back in action in Week 10, as they sacked Lions QB Matthew Stafford six times to bring the team total to 30 for the season. Mack and company will look for another big effort against Vikings QB Kirk Cousins, who has been dropped 24 times in nine games -- the ninth-most in the league. The Vikings have an explosive offense and will be coming off a bye week, but they offer plenty in the turnover department with six over their last four games.…read more