Chicago Bears vs. Kansas City Chiefs 8/22/24 – By now, we are close to the end of the NFL preseason; undefeated (3-0) Chicago Bears will play against winless Kansas City Chiefs (0-2) at GEHA Field on August 22 2024, at 8:20 PM ET. It is a game that will be aired on NFLN from GEHA Field in Arrowhead Stadium during which there will be a significant preseason dichotomy between the two clubs. The Bears look forward to preserving their unbeaten record while the Chiefs want to win and turn around their pre-season period. Dive into our no-cost NFL predictions to get insights and forecasts for this intriguing Week 3 game.
Chicago Bears vs. Kansas City Chiefs 8/22/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 8:20 PM ET |
| Where: | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium |
| TV: | NFLN |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
Chicago Bears (3-0 Preseason) vs. Kansas City Chiefs (0-2 Preseason)
Through the air or on the ground, the Chicago Bears have been impressive in their pre-season games. Khalil Herbert is one of those who has managed to keep a reliable form, averaging 5.4 yards per carry and contributing heavily to the offensive momentum of the Bears. On the other hand, Dante Pettis has developed as a significant threat, with an average receiving distance of 19.6 and two scores for just three matches played. This is important because the Chiefs defense was kind of up and down this pre-season. The intensity expected in the forthcoming Colts vs Bengals faceoff, which could be decided by powerful individual displays, is reflected in this key dynamic.
On the other hand, The Kansas City Chiefs are hoping to rally back after making a lethargic start to their campaign. Chris Oladokun, quarterback, has come with a promising performance, recording completion rate of 76.5% and a passer rating of 130.5 in two games played this season. The running game for Chiefs led by Deneric Prince averaging 5.7 yards per run has been great but there will be need for more from them when it comes to their receivership too. Cornell Powell for example had some big plays with his average catch being at 22 yards but there’s no doubt that Kansas city needs more reliability against Chicago’s defensive team that is ranked very high in all pre-season data available. Similarly, the outcome of the Jaguars – Falcons game on Friday will depend on whether or not their prominent receivers can perform when it matters most.
Brett Rypien QB vs. Chris Oladokun QB
Brett Rypien from the Bears will be one of the notable quarterbacks in this preseason by posting a 146.6 passer rating, no interceptions and an extraordinary completion percentage of 71.4%. Chicago has a significant advantage as Rypien’s ball distribution is effective and he can carry out plays without losing possession. Facing a defense determined to prove themselves against the Chiefs, his calmness while playing from inside the pocket and sharp instincts will matter.
Amongst Kansas City’s struggles however, Chris Oladokun has been impressive. His play has been encouraging with a 76.5% completion rate and respectable yardage per attempt stats. He excels at throwing accurately while under duress thus explaining why he rarely gets sacked by opponents’ defenses. However, what is expected here is consistent as well as the ability to convert scoring opportunities into points that might keep his team alive against some really good Chicago defenders on the rise.
NFL Odds/Point Spread: Chicago Bears -2.5 -115, Total Odds: 35.5
The betting odds suggest a close game, with the Bears slightly favored by 2.5 points. The total over/under set at 35.5 points indicates expectations of a moderately high-scoring preseason contest, likely driven by both teams’ offensive capabilities demonstrated so far.
Chicago Bears Betting Trends
The Bears have shown strong form against the spread, going 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games. The total has gone OVER in 4 of their last 6 games, underscoring their offensive efficiency. However, they have struggled historically against the Chiefs, with a 3-7 ATS record in their last 10 matchups, highlighting potential challenges they might face in this game.
Kansas City Chiefs Betting Trends
Kansas City has been resilient, going 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games despite their preseason setbacks. The total has gone UNDER in a majority of their recent games, reflecting their defensive strengths and offensive inconsistencies. The Chiefs will need to leverage their home advantage, where they have performed better against the spread.
Chicago Bears vs. Kansas City Chiefs 8/22/24 Betting Picks
Given the in-depth research and current trends, it appears that the Bears’ winning streak may continue, although the Chiefs could put up a good fight. Given both teams’ offensive capabilities, picking ‘over’ for total points might be wise.
Thus, considering their preseason form and the fact that they struggled to turn plays into points during that period as opposed to betting on the Chiefs not to cover, this is a fair bet for me. However, keep an eye out for some last-minute changes or tactical alterations which could have an impact on how things eventually go down. Look for this game as one of the best handicapper previews of the week as it will feature great plays and strategic depth from both sides.