Rams vs Bears NFC Divisional Round Picks and Discussion

[SBR Andy]

The Bears' wild ride continues as they now host the Rams as 4 points underdogs in the NFC divisional round on Sunday.

Both teams escaped with wins in the wild card round in opposite fashion.

It is very tough to trust this Bears team but you can never count them out. Stafford definitely a more proven commodity than Caleb.

I almost want to bet the Over 23.5 2nd half total before the game even starts lol

Which way are you guys leaning here?

[SBR Andy]

The Bears getting early support on the NFL Picks page:

Chicago +4.5 (-115)
"The Bears improved to 7-2 at Soldier Field with the wild-card win over the Green Bay Packers. One of those losses came in Week 1, long before Ben Johnson's philosophy and game scheming had enough time to percolate. Chicago's never-say-die persona is consistently on display, as Johnson's team has won seven of 10 games decided by five points or fewer." - Gary Pearson

Chicago Moneyline (+172)
"Chicago has the offense to win a track meet against the high-scoring Rams. Bears quarterback Caleb Williams completed just two of five throws of 15-plus air yards for 40 yards in the first half last week. He improved those numbers to 7-of-13 passing for 166 yards and a touchdown on such throws in the second half." - Mike Spector

[SBR Andy]

A few player prop bets added by SBR analysts:

Colston Loveland Over 55.5 Receiving Yards (-114)
"Colston Loveland was exceptional in his playoff debut, amassing 137 receiving yards. After that performance, the towering tight end will be one of Caleb Williams' go-to options, especially in the wintery conditions." - Gary Pearson

Colby Parkinson o19.5 Receiving Yards (-112)
"Rams tight end Colby Parkinson needs only one 20-yard reception to hit the Over, which he did in Carolina." - Gary Pearson

D'Andre Swift Score a Touchdown (Yes: +150)
"Chicago will likely try to emulate with Swift what Carolina did in a Week 13 upset of the Rams when it turned 40 rushing attempts into 161 yards." - Mike Spector

[ARCHIVADO98]

- Adams didn't look like himself in the Wild Card round, and 18 targets to Nacua isn't likely to work again for the Rams.

- Real winter weather in Chicago; advantage Bears.

Picks: Bears ML +173, Swift over 13.5 rush attempts (+106), Monangai over 8.5 rush attempts (-112), Stafford to throw interception (-106)

Also 'Bears to lead after every quarter' at +450 or better

[ARCHIVADO98]

A few player prop bets added by SBR analysts:

Colston Loveland Over 55.5 Receiving Yards (-114)
"Colston Loveland was exceptional in his playoff debut, amassing 137 receiving yards. After that performance, the towering tight end will be one of Caleb Williams' go-to options, especially in the wintery conditions." - Gary Pearson

Colby Parkinson o19.5 Receiving Yards (-112)
"Rams tight end Colby Parkinson needs only one 20-yard reception to hit the Over, which he did in Carolina." - Gary Pearson

D'Andre Swift Score a Touchdown (Yes: +150)
"Chicago will likely try to emulate with Swift what Carolina did in a Week 13 upset of the Rams when it turned 40 rushing attempts into 161 yards." - Mike Spector

Loveland over 55.5 wins by a hook. Nice!