Joe D'Amico's NFL NFC North Game of the Month

Chicago vs. Minnesota, 12/09/2012 13:00 EDT, Score: 14 - 21

Point Spread: -2½/-120 Chicago

Sportsbook: Intertops

Result: Loss

Sunday's winner is Chicago over Minnesota. This is my NFC North Game of the Month.

Chicago has dropped 3 of their L4, with their only solid offensive outing coming over Minnesota, 28-10 two weeks ago. The Bears are now tied with the Packers in the Division at 8-4. They need this win. Chicago's "D" will stuff Ponder and Peterson despite the loss of Brian Urlacher. Without wideout, Percy Harvin, Minny is not passing threat. This will allow Chicago to stack the box and contain Peterson. The Cutler-to-Marshall connection will thrive in this matchup. The Bears have won and covered 6 straight over the Vikings. Take Chicago. Thank you.