5 wild predictions: Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears

The Minnesota Vikings are looking to get back on track against the division-rival Chicago Bears. Here are 5 WILD predictions for the NFC North showdown.

Confidence was running sky-high in Minnesota after a red-hot 5-0 start, but an embarrassing Week 7 loss to the Eagles served as a jarring wake up call. The Minnesota Vikings were stifled in all three phases of the game, ending the game in a 21-10 defeat after scoring a garbage-time touchdown with 37 seconds left.

The offensive line was a glaring problem, as quarterback Sam Bradford was sacked six times and had pressure in his face all game. Without time to throw, Bradford and the Vikings were unable to establish any offensive rhythm whatsoever.

While the defense mostly played well, generating turnovers and keeping the Eagles largely in check, the unit was simply unable to make up for a faltering offensive attack.

Now, the Vikings are looking to put last week’s struggles behind them and re-establish themselves as the team to beat on a national stage. The Vikings desperately need to recapture the momentum they had to start the season, and the 1-6 Chicago Bears offer an opportunity to do so on Monday Night Football. Here are five WILD predictions for this week’s game.