Bills (0-0) vs. Bears (0-0)
Buffalo Bills vs. Chicago Bears 8/26/2023 — During the 1980s, the Buffalo Bills asserted themselves as a formidable force within the NFL. The team etched their name in history by winning the AFC East title on five occasions and securing an unprecedented four consecutive Super Bowl victories from 1990 to 1993. However, the Bills encountered a challenging 16-year absence from postseason action, from 2000 to 2016. The Buffalo Bills are slated to kick off their 2023-24 NFL campaign on September 12, 2023, as they take on the New York Jets. Notably, the Bills’ bye week is scheduled for the thirteenth week of the season. Marking their entry into the 2023-24 season, the Bills will engage in their first preseason matchup against the Indianapolis Colts on August 12, 2023.
In the 2017 season, the Chicago Bears relied on key players like Justin Fields as their starting quarterback, Tremaine Edwards as a linebacker, and DJ Moore as a wide receiver. The spotlight is on Fields as he embarks on his third and pivotal season, aiming to enhance his passing prowess while maintaining his exceptional running abilities. An intriguing development centers around Moore, who, despite facing challenges with Carolina’s quarterback situation, has managed to achieve three 1,000-yard seasons, establishing himself as a premier-tier receiver in the league.
Buffalo Bills vs. Chicago Bears Game Info
Time: 8:15 PM ET.
Date: Friday, August 26, 2023
Venue: Soldier Field in Chicago, IL
TV: WFLD (Fox)
Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen and Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields
Preparing for another NFL season, the Chicago Bears are gearing up to face a challenging lineup of opponents right from the start. Their inaugural regular-season matchup takes place at Soldier Field against the formidable Green Bay Packers, setting the stage for what promises to be a rigorous schedule. A captivating Sunday night clash awaits in week three, as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lock horns with the Chicago Bears. Anticipation builds for another thrilling showdown in Week 8, as the Bears take on the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium.
Within the team’s roster, wide receiver Stefon Diggs and quarterback Josh Allen stand out as the most potent and dynamic players. In today’s NFL landscape, Josh Allen is an exemplary model of a versatile quarterback. His performance during the 2022 season was remarkable, amassing 46 touchdowns in total—38 through the air and 8 on the ground. Allen secured the third-highest passing rating (85.8) among all quarterbacks and boasted the highest rushing grade (92.8). His prowess extends across all facets of the game, showcasing his exceptional aptitude for passing and running.
Odds/Point Spread: Buffalo Bills +1.5, Total Odds: 39
For the Buffalo Bills, winning the title was a bittersweet event. They made history by participating in the Super Bowl four seasons in a row without ever winning the game. The Buffalo Bills had the longest postseason hiatus prior to reaching the playoffs for the first time in NFL history in 2017. The Bills have yet to win the Super Bowl. Since the NFL and AFL amalgamated, the Buffalo Bills have won 4 Conference Championships and 9 Divisional Championships.
Buffalo Bills Betting Trends
- The Buffalo Bills are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games against the Bears.
- The total stayed UNDER in 9 of Buffalo’s last 10 games on the road.
- Buffalo is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games on the road against Chicago.
- The Bills are 16-4 SU in their last 20 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference.
Chicago Bears Betting Trends
- The total went OVER in 4 of Chicago’s last 5 games matches with the Bills.
- The Chicago Bears are 1-7 SU in their last 8 games at home.
- Chicago is 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games at home against Buffalo.
- The total hung OVER in 8 of Chicago’s last 8 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference.
Buffalo Bills vs. Chicago Bears Betting Trends
Buffalo Bills vs. Chicago Bears: Buffalo’s explosive offense will play against a tough Chicago defense because both teams hope to have their first teams on the field more frequently than in the first two weeks of the preseason. Meanwhile, Chicago’s Justin Fields will try to spread the Buffalo defense with his running and passing abilities to keep the Bills on their heels and aid Chicago in covering the spread in their final preseason game.
Free Pick and Prediction: Buffalo Bills will win 21-17.
