Bears vs. Vikings live updates: Predictions, odds, how to watch Monday Night Football

Week 12 in the NFL is wrapping up with an old-fashioned NFC North showdown, as the Minnesota Vikings play host to the Chicago Bears.

After having their five-game winning streak snapped by the Denver Broncos, the Vikings (6-5) are looking to strengthen their playoff push, as they currently are in position for the NFC’s No. 6 seed. Joshua Dobbs will try to pilot an attack that will have to go at least another game without star wide receiver Justin Jefferson, who was downgraded to out on Monday. The Bears (3-8), meanwhile, are still seeking to finish the season strong and bounce back from last week’s late collapse against the Detroit Lions.

USA TODAY Sports will have all the latest updates on the Bears-Vikings “Monday Night Football” matchup:

What time is Bears vs. Vikings?

Bears vs. Vikings will kick off at 8:15 p.m. ET on Nov. 27.

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How can I watch Bears vs. Vikings?

Bears at Vikings will be broadcast on ABC and ESPN. The game is also available to stream for free on Fubo. Joe Buck and Troy Aikman will provide commentary, while Lisa Salters works the sidelines during the game.

There will be no ManningCast for the Bears-Vikings “Monday Night Football” game.

Bears vs. Vikings: Predictions, picks and odds 

The Vikings are favorites to defeat the Bears, according to BetMGM NFL odds.

• Spread: Vikings (-3) 
• Moneyline: Vikings (-160); Bears (+135) 
• Over/under: 43.5 

USA TODAY Sports’ staff picks for this game:

• Tyler Dragon: Vikings 21, Bears 20 —Josh Dobbs has been a remarkable story. He’s salvaged Minnesota’s season. The Vikings still have playoff hopes. The Bears are just playing for pride at this point, and Justin Fields is auditioning to keep his job beyond this season.
• Victoria Hernandez: Vikings 24, Bears 19 — Just because the Vikings lost last week doesn’t mean the Joshua Dobbs magic is over. The quarterback’s ability to soak up the game is unmatched and his story is an inspiration. The Bears had some shining moments with Justin Fields’ return against a tough Lions team last week. But Minnesota is the better team all-around.
• Jordan Mendoza: Vikings 27, Bears 23 ― Chicago let a win slip out of its hands, but it’s clear how much better the offense is with Justin Fields. Minnesota fell just short in Denver, but they are still playing good football and are in the playoffs at this moment. Joshua Dobbs has another solid home performance for another “Monday Night Football” win.

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