My Rams vs. Bears predictions believe the “Ghost of NFC North Past” will haunt the Chicago Bears' secondary in today's NFL Divisional Round game at Soldier Field.
Los Angeles Rams receiver Davante Adams — a former Green Bay Packer — is no stranger to the Windy City, so my free NFL picks will make him the focus.
Find out more ahead of kickoff at 6:30 p.m. ET on NBC.
Rams vs Bears prediction
Rams vs Bears Best bet: Davante Adams Over 53.5 receiving yards (-114)
Davante Adams drew 13 targets for five catches and 72 yards in the Wild Card Round after returning from injury.
That came against a zone-heavy scheme, but he’ll face a Chicago Bears secondary that relies on man coverage. Adams rates among the best WRs vs. man-to-man and has been L.A.’s top downfield threat, averaging 24 air yards per reception.
The Bears limit yards after the catch but have been burned over the top, bleeding the third-most air yards and second-most explosive pass plays.
Adams’ projections sit north of 60 yards with a ceiling of 67 yards.
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Rams vs Bears same-game parlay
Adams is another game healthier after returning to play last weekend and has been Matthew Stafford’s favorite option in the end zone.
The Los Angeles Rams are known for their strong starts, averaging more than 15 points per first half. Chicago has a bad habit of falling behind, hemorrhaging 62 total 1H points in the past three games.
Rams vs Bears SGP
- Davante Adams Over 53.5 receiving yards
- Davante Adams anytime touchdown
- Rams first-half team total Over 13.5 points
Our big-ticket SGP: “Deep” Dish Style
Rome Odunze has the downfield pop to exploit a Rams secondary that has given up deep passing plays down the stretch. He’ll be another week healthier after returning in the Wild Card round.
Rams vs Bears SGP
- Davante Adams Over 53.5 receiving yards
- Davante Adams anytime touchdown
- Rome Odunze Over 35.5 receiving yards
- Rome Odunze anytime touchdown
Rams vs Bears game predictions
Rams vs Bears moneyline prediction
We’ve seen early market moves toward Chicago. Backing the Bears isn't for the faint of heart, with a bad habit of falling behind and fighting back. Chicago does have the Chicago cold on its side, and Matthew Stafford’s throwing hand isn’t 100%. This one will be close. I’d be more inclined to take points if you like Chicago.
Rams vs Bears spread prediction
I took Chicago earlier in the week as 4-point underdogs, which has been an undervalued key number in NFL betting. You’re still getting the hook with a home dog at +3.5. If you like the Rams, I would be more inclined to pay a little more on the moneyline than to lay -3.5.
Rams vs Bears Over/Under prediction
This total opened as high as 50.5 points and plummeted with play on the Under, now sitting as short as 48.5. The weather will be very cold in Chicago, and Stafford’s hand injury is a bit of a mystery, but we have two QBs capable of pushing the ball downfield and two secondaries that will allow big plays. I’m leaning Over.
Rams vs Bears odds
- Spread: Rams -3.5 (-115) | Bears +3.5 (-105)
- Moneyline: Rams -196 | Bears +164
- Over/Under: Over 48.5 (-115) | Under 48.5 (-105)
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Rams vs Bears trend to know
Chicago has been a live home underdog, going just 4-6 SU but 6-2-2 ATS when catching points inside Soldier Field over the last three seasons. Find more NFL betting trends for Rams vs. Bears.
How to watch Rams vs Bears
| Location | Soldier Field, Chicago, IL |
| Date | Sunday, January 18, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 6:30 p.m. ET |
| TV | NBC |
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