Bold Predictions: Bears vs. 49ers
Sunday night in San Francisco feels like a statement game for the Chicago Bears, and this matchup against the 49ers sets up perfectly for a few bold outcomes.
Bold Prediction No. 1: The Bears force two 49ers punts.
San Francisco hasn’t punted in 21 straight possessions, the fifth longest streak in NFL history. That ends Sunday night. This Bears defense bends but doesn’t break, and the potential absence of George Kittle matters. Chicago may give up yards, but it tightens up when it counts and finally forces San Francisco to kick it away—twice.
Bold Prediction No. 2: Caleb Williams throws for 300+ yards.
Williams needs two 300 yard passing games to reach 4,000 yards on the season, and this is the spot. The 49ers defense can be attacked through the air, they just allowed 277 passing yards last week. Getting rookie WR Luther back will help too. Expect Caleb to be aggressive, poised, and productive under the lights.
Bold Prediction No. 3: The Bears record 2.5 sacks.
The pass rush shows up. Montez Sweat, Austin Booker, Andrew Billings, and Grady Jarrett generate pressure, collapse pockets, and create uncomfortable moments all night.
Final Score Prediction: Bears 23, 49ers 20.
Sunday night belongs to Chicago.