Chicago Bears at Minnesota Vikings 10/9/22 - NFL Picks & Predictions

The Chicago Bears will continue a road trip in week five as they travel to Minneapolis, MN to take on the Minnesota Vikings. Chicago comes into week five at an even 2-2 on the year following an 8 point loss to the New York Giants. Offensively Chicago was very mediocre against New York totaling only 304 yards including 155 through the air after turning the ball over three times in the game.

Quarterback Justin Fields completed 11 of 22 passes for 174 yards and ran the ball seven times for 52 yards as well. Khalil Herbert proved to be the primary weapon in the Chicago running attack with 77 yards on 19 carries and Darnell Mooney added 94 yards on four receptions as well.

The Minnesota Vikings continue a home stand this week 3-1 on the year riding a two game win streak after a 3 point victory over New Orleans. Offensively Minnesota controlled the game against New Orleans accumulating 344 total yards including 263 through the air to score 28 points in the game.

Kirk Cousins orchestrated to Minnesota offense completing 25 of 38 passes for 273 yards and one touchdown. Dalvin Cook led all ballcarriers for 76 yards on 20 carries and Justin Jefferson posted a team high 147 yards on 10 receptions as well.