Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/4

NFL Game preview

The Detroit Lions will visit the Chicago Bears in Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season. This game will take place at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois, on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Fans can catch the action on FOX at 4:25 PM.

The Lions have a record of 8-8-0, with a road record of 3-5-0. Their division record is 1-4-0. The Bears, on the other hand, hold an 11-5-0 record and have been strong at home with a 6-1-0 record. The weather forecast predicts a very cold day with overcast clouds. The odds have the Bears as favorites with a moneyline of -159.

Detroit Lions Team Preview

The Detroit Lions have had a rough stretch lately. They lost to the Minnesota Vikings 23-10 in Week 17. Despite having more first downs, they struggled with turnovers, recording four fumbles and two interceptions. Amon-Ra St. Brown led the team with 68 receiving yards, while Isaac TeSlaa scored the lone touchdown.

In Week 16, the Lions played a close game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, losing 29-24. Jared Goff threw for 364 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions. Jahmyr Gibbs was active in the passing game, catching 10 passes, but the team could not overcome the Steelers’ strong rushing attack.

The Lions have dealt with several injuries this season. Key players like Amon-Ra St. Brown and Alex Anzalone are questionable for Week 18. The team is missing several others due to injuries, which has impacted their depth and performance on the field.

Lions vs Bears Game Day Info

  • Sport: NFL
  • Teams: Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears
  • Venue: Soldier Field in Chicago, IL
  • Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Lions Moneyline +133, Bears Moneyline -159, Lions Spread +3.0 (-116), Bears Spread -3.0 (-105), Total Over 50.5 (-110), Total Under 50.5 (-111)

Chicago Bears Team Preview

The Chicago Bears have had a mixed run in their recent games. They lost to the San Francisco 49ers 42-38, despite Caleb Williams throwing for 330 yards and two touchdowns. Their run game saw D’Andre Swift score twice on the ground, while Luther Burden III had a strong showing with 138 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Earlier, the Bears secured a win against the Cleveland Browns with a dominant 31-3 victory. D’Andre Swift led the charge with 98 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Caleb Williams also contributed with two passing touchdowns, showing a balanced offensive attack.

In another tough game, the Bears fell to the Green Bay Packers 28-21. Caleb Williams managed two touchdowns, but the Bears couldn’t hold off the Packers. The defense had some bright spots, with C.J. Gardner-Johnson making an interception, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.

BTB Betting Pick

The Lions are set to cover the spread of +3.0 against the Bears. The Lions have a strong offense, ranking 1st in scoring with 564 points. Meanwhile, the Bears struggle offensively, ranking 26th in scoring with 310 points. The projected score is Lions 28, Bears 21.

The total for the game is set at 50.5, and the recommendation is to take the under. The Lions’ defense ranks 7th in opponent scoring, allowing 342 points, while the Bears’ offense ranks 31st in passing yards. The projected total score for the game is 49.