Carolina Panthers (+6.5) at Chicago Bears (-6.5)

The Pick: Chicago Bears -6.5


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Bears vs. Panthers Betting Overview

 

The Carolina Panthers will head to Soldier Field to take on the Chicago Bears on Sunday. The Panthers picked up their first win of the season, knocking off the Jacksonville Jaguars last week. The Bears, since their season opening won, have lost two straight games; to the Saints and the Packers. The Panthers have been impressed by the performances of their rookie quarterback Cam Newton through the first three games of the season. Chicago will look to find a way to protect their quarterback Jay Cutler, who was sacked six times in the loss to the Saints.

 

Chicago Bears News and Betting Tips for Sunday, October 02, 2011

The Chicago Bears have been atrocious on the ground this season. Matt Forte and the Bears rushing offense has picked up just 53.7 yards per game on the ground, which ranks 31st in the league. The Bears, typically tough defense has been a little off this season, allowing just shy of 400 yards per game. Chicago is in third place in the NFC North, trailing both the unbeaten Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions. The Bears are the defending NFC North champions.

 

Carolina Panthers News and Betting Tips for Sunday, October 02, 2011

The Carolina Panthers, after a poor season in 2010 have righted the ship a bit this season, despite their 1-2 record. Carolina had a chance to beat Arizona and Green Bay in the early going, but were unable to get the job done. The Panthers beat Jacksonville in week three for Ron Rivera’s first win as the head coach. Cam Newton has thrown for 1012 yards and 4 touchdowns on the season. His running back combination of DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart has yet to run for a touchdown this season. The Panthers are averaging just 84 yards per game via the ground game. The Panthers are tied with Atlanta, in third place in the NFC South.

 

Our Panthers vs. Bears Pick and Predictions

The Bears are typically very tough at home. Carolina still has a very unproven team that has yet to find ways to win games. Look for week four to be much of the same. We really think the Chicago Bears are going to get themselves going in this game. Chicago is a 6.5 point favorite at home in this one. When the going gets tough, the defending NFC North champions will come away with a win. We feel this game will be pushed to double digits, so bet the Chicago Bears -6.5 over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

 


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In-depth Panthers at Bears Betting Trends

Carolina:
  • Over is 6-1-2 in CAR last 9 games as an underdog.
  • CAR are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 vs. NFC.
  • CAR are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games overall.
Chicago:
  • CHI are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games on grass.