On the afternoon of September 22, 2024, the Chicago Bears are set to clash with the Indianapolis Colts at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a kickoff time scheduled for 1:00 PM. The Chicago Bears currently hold the third spot in their division and sit 12th in the conference with a record of 1-1-0, boasting a .500 win percentage. They have accrued a total of 37 points over their games, while conceding 36, leaving them with a net point differential of +1.
The Colts, on the other hand, place second in their division and 14th in the conference standings, but with a less favorable record of 0-2-0 and a .000 winning percentage. They have scored 37 points but have given up 45, resulting in a net point differential of -8.
In their latest outing, the Bears were defeated by the Houston Texans with a score of 13-19 at NRG Stadium, garnering 15 first downs and amassing 71 rushing yards alongside 134 passing yards. The Colts faced a tough game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, ending with a scoreline of 10-16. They recorded 19 first downs while rushing for 140 yards and passing for 198 yards.
Leading the charge for the Bears last week was Caleb Williams, who tossed for 174 yards, though he didn’t manage to throw any touchdowns, concluding with a passer rating of 50.96. Conversely, Anthony Richardson steered the Colts with his 204 passing yards and a single touchdown, achieving a passer rating of 41.79.
As both quarterbacks prepare to headline this anticipated matchup, it sets the stage for a riveting battle. Here are the betting odds to consider: The Indianapolis Colts have been set as the favorites with a -2.50 point spread and a moneyline of -135, reflecting their home advantage. On the other side, the Chicago Bears hold a point spread of 2.50 and are slight underdogs with a moneyline of 114. The over/under for the game is pegged at 46.50, promising a potentially high-scoring affair. These odds suggest a closely contested game, making it a thrilling watch for fans and bettors alike. For comprehensive updates on this and other NFL games, keep your tabs open at betOhiosports.com.