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NFLGame PreviewsBAL at CHI
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BAL

4-2-0
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26OCT25
01:00pm
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CHI

1-5-0
M&T Bank Stadium

Game Preview

The Bears visit the Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday at 1:00 PM ET. We’re operating like Lamar Jackson is back, because if he isn’t, Baltimore’s season is over before Halloween! The Ravens sit at 1-5 and need a spark. Jackson practicing points to that spark.

 

Chicago comes in confident. The Bears have stacked wins behind a revived ground game and a defense that takes the ball away. They are 4-2 and pushing for NFC playoff position. But this is a step up in urgency. Baltimore’s backs are against the wall, and the home crowd will feel it.

 

On the field, expect the Ravens to lean into runs and play-action. Their offense creates explosive gains on the ground, and Jackson’s legs change how defenses fit gaps. The Bears are elite on third down, but that can lead to scramble lanes when plays break. If Jackson is in, Baltimore’s playbook opens.

 

Chicago will try to keep the same formula: run with D’Andre Swift, then create a few shot plays. Caleb Williams has had uneven stretches, but the Bears carry real quick-strike ability. If their injured skill players dress, they can challenge a banged-up Ravens secondary.

Current Season Form

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BAL

Away
Record:4-2-0
ATS:4-2-0
O/U:3-3-0
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CHI

Home
Record:1-5-0
ATS:1-5-0
O/U:5-1-0

Head-to-Head Summary

Record:
3-2Winner logo
ATS:3-2-0
O/U:2-3-0

Past Results

DateOpponentResultATSO/U
2025-10-12vs LARL 3-17L -7.0u43.5
2025-10-05vs HOUL 10-44L -2.5o41.5
2025-09-28@ KCL 20-37L -2.5o48.5
2025-09-22vs DETL 30-38L 4.5o53.5
2025-09-14vs CLEW 41-17W +12.5o46.5
2025-09-07@ BUFL 40-41W +-1.5o50.5
2025-01-19@ BUFL 25-27L -1.5o51.5
2025-01-11vs PITW 28-14W +9.5u44.5
2025-01-04vs CLEW 35-10W +19.5o42.5
2024-12-25@ HOUW 31-2W +-5.5u46.5

Key Insights

 

  • Baltimore’s offense ranks high in explosive run rate (5.8%, 84th pct). That stresses a Bears defense that has allowed explosive runs at a 6.0% rate (16th pct).

  • The Ravens own a league-best big-play touchdown rate (45.5%, 100th pct on a small 22-play sample). Chicago’s explosive pass allowed rate is mid-pack (7.6%, 41st pct).

  • Chicago’s defense is a takeaway machine (4.5% turnover rate, best in NFL) and elite on third down (69.0% stop rate, 97th pct). That can stall Baltimore’s longer drives (Ravens long-drive efficiency 68.8%, 6th pct).

  • Baltimore’s pass rush has struggled to finish (pressure-to-sack conversion 2.6%, 6th pct; sack rate generated 2.6%, 6th pct). That can give Williams cleaner pockets or lanes to escape.

  • Injuries carry real variance. For Baltimore: Lamar Jackson, Ronnie Stanley, Tyler Linderbaum, and several DBs are Questionable. For Chicago: D’Andre Swift, DJ Moore, Cole Kmet, and multiple OL/DB starters are Questionable. Availability at 90 minutes to kick could tilt matchups.

 

Betting Insights

Spread anchor

Spread anchor: Ravens -6.5 at -119. The number bakes in Lamar playing, but remember he’s listed Questionable. If he’s limited, variance rises.

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Total anchor

Total anchor: Over 49.5 at -115. Baltimore’s big-play TD rate is sky-high and Chicago owns above-average explosive pass metrics; both teams also have red-zone volatility that can swing points.

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Team totals

Team totals: Ravens over 27.5 at -119 or under 27.5 at -120. If Jackson is mobile and OL pieces go, the over is live; if inactives pile up, the under protects you from a grind.

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Prop

Prop: Lamar Jackson over 29.5 rushing yards at -122. Bears’ elite third-down defense often forces off-script plays, and Chicago has allowed a higher rate of explosive runs.

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Prop

Prop: DJ Moore over 42.5 receiving yards at -118. Ravens allow explosive passes at 8.8%, and several Baltimore corners are on the injury report. Note Moore is Questionable; check status.

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Alt TD market

Alt TD market: Mark Andrews anytime TD +188 or Lamar Jackson anytime TD +220. Plus money on Baltimore’s primary red-zone targets/rushers, but price comes with injury volatility and small-sample scoring swings.

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Final Summary

This game sets up like a rescue mission for Baltimore. With Jackson assumed in, the Ravens can return to their run-first, shot-play identity. They need it to keep the season alive at home.

Chicago is no soft landing. The Bears win with takeaways and stops on third down. That profile travels well. If Swift and Moore are active, they can balance the field and keep Baltimore’s defense honest.

From a numbers view, our anchors are Ravens -6.5 (-119) and Over 49.5 (-115). Both teams flash explosive traits, but the injury lists on each side demand caution. If late inactives hit the Ravens’ OL or the Bears’ key skill guys, the game script can shift fast.

Bottom line: Expect urgency, QB runs, and a few deep shots. Baltimore needs the bounce-back. Chicago won’t make it easy. Manage juice and respect the injury volatility before you fire any bets.

Statistical Battle Boards

Viewing: CHI Offense vs BAL Defense
Offense team logoOffense
Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Total Points152#16194#4BAL advantage
Total Points Per Game25.3#1032.3#32CHI advantage
Total Touchdowns15#2323#30CHI advantage
Passing Touchdowns9#2414#28CHI advantage
Rushing Touchdowns6#169#26CHI advantage
Other Touchdowns0#260#14BAL advantage
Total Kicking Points56#656#11CHI advantage
Total Two Point Conversions0#170#20CHI advantage
Kick Extra Points14#1920#4BAL advantage
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Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Net Passing Yards1303#241480#16BAL advantage
Net Passing Yards Per Game217#14247#5BAL advantage
Passer Rating92.6#16108#3BAL advantage
Passing Attempts188#28216#14BAL advantage
Completions115#31148#17BAL advantage
Completion Percentage61.2#2768.5#26BAL advantage
Passing 1st downs62#2979#20BAL advantage
Passing 1st Down %55.9#1558.1#19CHI advantage
Longest Pass65#1051#22CHI advantage
Passing Fumbles Lost1#252#13BAL advantage
Receiving Targets185#26204#20BAL advantage
Receptions115#31148#16BAL advantage
Receiving Yards After Catch702#18611#7BAL advantage
YAC Average6.1#54.1#4BAL advantage
Offense team logoOffense
Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Rushing Yards776#14806#20CHI advantage
Rushing Yards Per Game129#8134#7BAL advantage
Rushing Attempts175#19179#22CHI advantage
Yards Per Rush Attempt4.4#174.5#10BAL advantage
Rushing 1st downs47#948#21CHI advantage
20+ Yard Rushing Plays3#206#7BAL advantage
Long Rushing24#2972#3BAL advantage
Rushing Fumbles3#206#7BAL advantage
Rushing Fumbles Lost1#90#22CHI advantage

Game Preview of Chicago Bears @ Baltimore Ravens. Week 8 of 2025 NFL Season

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