Chicago Bears vs Seattle Seahawks Predictions

Seattle's absences weaken the case for laying points

Seattle is a 3-point home favorite, with a -170 moneyline compared with Chicago at +142. The Seahawks are the likely winner based on that price, but the Seattle Seahawks' injury report lists left tackle Charles Cross, wide receiver Rashid Shaheed and running back Velus Jones Jr. as out. Those absences make Seattle difficult to back at either price.

Running back Zach Charbonnet is expected to return from a torn ACL, according to the Seattle Seahawks, but his first game back adds uncertainty to the offense. Linebacker Uchenna Nwosu is also doubtful.

Chicago also carries uncertainty

Chicago has ruled out running back Kyle Monangai, while linebacker D'Marco Jackson and cornerback Malik Muhammad are questionable. Those unresolved defensive statuses limit the case for taking the Bears and 3 points.

NBC Sports / Pro Football Talk reported that defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons will play extensively in his Bears debut, though coach Ben Johnson said Simmons might not receive his usual full workload. Simmons could test a Seattle offensive line missing Cross, but his expected snap limit makes that matchup difficult to price.

Betting pick

There are no confirmed records, recent results, season statistics, probable starters or line movement available to establish an advantage against the SPF prices. Seattle remains the projected winner, but the injuries don't justify laying 3 points or paying -170. The pick is Pass.