Bears vs Bengals Prediction and Pick, Week 9

The Week 9 showdown between the Chicago Bears and Cincinnati Bengals is shaping up as a fascinating matchup between two teams still trying to find consistent footing on both sides of the ball. Chicago enters this one playing more balanced football than expected, averaging over 25 points per game with a top-10 scoring offense, while the Bengals have struggled to find rhythm offensively, ranking near the bottom in nearly every major category. Historically, the Bears have dominated this series, winning each of the last three meetings — including a commanding 27-3 preseason win earlier this year and regular season victories in 2021 and 2017. However, both teams are very different now. The Bears’ offense, led by an efficient passing attack and improved play-calling balance, faces a Cincinnati defense that’s allowing over 30 points per game and surrendering over 257 passing yards per contest. That defensive vulnerability could be a key factor, especially with Chicago’s ability to create explosive plays through the air and on special teams. For Cincinnati, this is a gut-check moment — at home, against a surging Bears squad, they’ll need to rediscover their offensive identity fast to avoid another frustrating loss.

For the Chicago Bears, this matchup looks promising on paper. Chicago’s offense has been quietly effective, ranking 10th in scoring and top 15 in yards per play. Quarterback play has been efficient, thanks to a scheme that’s leaned into quick throws and yards after catch opportunities, leading to 11.39 yards per pass attempt — an elite figure that ranks fourth in the league. The Bears’ balance has also been key; while they sit just 18th in rushing, their 110.8 yards per game keep defenses honest and set up deep shots downfield. Against a Bengals defense ranked 30th in total yards allowed and struggling badly against both the pass and run, Chicago’s offensive versatility could cause major problems. The Bears’ offensive line has protected well, allowing only two sacks per game, and their turnover margin has been impressive — just 0.8 giveaways per game. If the Bears can maintain that discipline and continue spreading the ball around early, their efficiency could overwhelm a Bengals defense that simply hasn’t been able to get off the field this season.

For the Cincinnati Bengals, the offensive woes are impossible to ignore. They’re averaging just 19.4 points per game and rank dead last in rushing at under 70 yards per contest. Their offensive line has struggled to create lanes, and without balance, the passing attack has been forced into predictable situations. Cincinnati’s 4.69 yards per play rank 28th, showing a lack of explosive capability, while their time of possession (27:04) puts added stress on an already overworked defense. The bright side? The Bears’ defense has been vulnerable against the run — allowing 156.4 yards per game and a league-worst 5.67 yards per carry — meaning this could be the perfect opportunity for Cincinnati to finally establish the ground game and take pressure off the quarterback. If the Bengals can find some traction in the running game and avoid turnovers, they can keep things competitive. However, with Chicago’s offensive efficiency and Cincinnati’s inability to stop the pass or control the clock, the edge leans heavily toward the visitors.

Bears vs Bengals Prediction: Head to Head

Date	Opponent	Score	Spread	Total	Moneyline
8/17/24	@CHI	CHI 27-3	CHI-3.0	U36.5	CHI-150
9/19/21	@CHI	CHI 20-17	CHI-2.0	U45	CHI-128
12/10/17	@CIN	CHI 33-7	NL	NL	NL
8/29/15	@CIN	CIN 21-10	NL	NL	NL
9/08/13	@CHI	CHI 24-21	NL	NL	NL
10/25/09	@CIN	CIN 45-10	NL	NL	NL
9/25/05	@CHI	CIN 24-7	NL	NL	NL

Bears vs Bengals Prediction: Chicago Offense

Bears vs Bengals Prediction: Cincinnati Offense

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