Philadelphia Eagles vs Chicago Bears prediction: Eagles 23, Bears 20
Philadelphia will beat Chicago, Eagles 23, Bears 20, with Caleb Williams’ absence and the Eagles’ better early penalty record providing the strongest matchup reasons. Chicago’s rushing production makes a close finish plausible, while Philadelphia has injuries of its own. Neither Eagles -3.5 (-115) nor the 41.5 total offers a convincing betting edge at the supplied prices. The official recommendation is Pass.
Philadelphia Eagles vs Chicago Bears prediction and best bet
Philadelphia gets the nod because Chicago must replace Williams while trying to clean up a substantial early penalty problem. Those disadvantages favor the Eagles in a close game, particularly if the Bears need to sustain a late scoring drive. They do not make Philadelphia an automatic bet beyond a field goal.
Chicago’s running game is the main reason to keep the forecast tight. The Bears have demonstrated substantial rushing production, and Philadelphia is missing several offensive players. Eagles 23, Bears 20 is the forecast, with low confidence. The best betting decision is Pass: the spread asks for more separation than this projection, and the total has credible arguments in both directions.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Time: Monday, September 28, 2026, at 8:15 p.m. ET, NFL Week 3.
Venue: Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois.
Broadcast: ABC, ESPN and NFL+.
Records: Philadelphia Eagles 2-0; Chicago Bears 1-1.
Chicago quarterback: Williams is out. Tyson Bagent cleared concussion protocol; the team named Bagent or Case Keenum as replacement options.
SportsJaw odds: Philadelphia Eagles -3.5 (-105); Chicago Bears +3.5 (-115). Moneyline: Philadelphia Eagles -190; Chicago Bears +165. Total: Over 42.5 (-110); Under 42.5 (-110).