One of the oldest rivalries in the NFL is the highlight of the Wildcard playoffs when the Bears host the Packers in a must-win game on Sunday. Here are my betting tips for this clash.
Green Bay Packers (9-7-1) at Chicago Bears (11-6)
The Packers are limping into the playoffs on the back of 4 straight losses. That includes a 22-16 overtime loss against the Bears. But that could just give them enough motivation to get revenge in a win or go home playoff game. Injuries to the QB position have been the major issue, but there is good news - starting QB Jordan Love will be back under centre for this crucial matchup. One of the areas that the Packers can exploit is the Bears defence, which is allowing 24 points per game. With weapons like Jacobs and Watson, the Packers will be looking to take full advantage.
The Bears are going for their first playoff win since 2010 and have been impressive throughout the season. Their running game has been a key strength behind the one-two punch of Swift and Monangai. As such, they rank 3rd in the NFL for rushing yards per game. QB Caleb Williams is ranked inside the top 10 for passing yards and touchdowns too. He's thrown 2 passing TD's in 5 straight games as well.
Leg #1 - Chicago Bears +3.5
Starting things off with a safe bet - the Bears to cover by a field goal. They head into this playoff game as a very strong home team, winning 6 of their last 7 in Chicago. They're also 10-5 ATS in their last 15 games. Green Bay have covered in just 1 of their last 5 games and come into the playoffs with a lot of question marks.
Leg #2 - Caleb Williams 200+ Passing Yards
200+ Passing Yards looks like a safe mark for Bears QB Caleb Williams. He's hit the 200+ passing yards market in 4 straight games and passed for 250 yds in his last matchup with Green Bay at this stadium.
Leg #3 - Josh Jacobs Anytime Touchdown Scorer
Jacobs scored a TD in his last game against the Bears and has 13 rushing TD's this season, ranking him 4th in the NFL. When the Packers get into the redzone, they'll be looking for Jacobs to punch it in.
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Value Leg - Christian Watson 70+ Receiving Yards
Watson has had a strong season for the Pack and 70+ yards looks like a great value bet. He comes off 113 yards against the Ravens and has hit the 70+ mark in 3 of his last 5 games.
