Chicago<\/strong><\/p>\nThe Chicago Bears are in the driver\u2019s seat in the NFC North. \u00a0With just one loss so far they are in first place with winnable games this week and next which could extend their lead. \u00a0They are going to want to collect as many as they can now as they finish with three of their final four on the road. \u00a0<\/p>\n
They are catching Carolina at a perfect time too as little has gone right for the Panthers this year.<\/p>\n
The Bears are 8th in scoring but there is disconnect as they are just 22nd in yards. \u00a0<\/p>\n
For all the good things people are saying about the reunification of Jay Cutler with Brandon Marshall this passing attack is still in the bottom third as no other receiver has even 200 yards receiving. \u00a0<\/p>\n
Matt Forte is looking sharp this year but they are not abusing him with too many carries. \u00a0Picking up Michael Bush in the offseason is looking like a very smart move.<\/p>\n
The Bears should win and I expect them to be in control but the number is just too big for a team constructed the way they are. \u00a0<\/p>\n
They haven\u2019t been a favourite this big since the opener against Indianapolis but I guess oddsmakers are getting tired of being hammered. \u00a0<\/p>\n
The Bears are 4-2 ATS with each of those ATS wins by at least points. \u00a0<\/p>\n
Statistically this team has been dominating.<\/p>\n
Spread Pick: \u00a0Carolina +9
\nO\/U Pick: \u00a0Over
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