Chicago Bears Patriots

It’s the NFC North vs the AFC East in this Week 7 matchup. Both teams hail from the nation’s northeast, and they are no strangers to gritty NFL football. Which way will the NFL betting odds call this one out, and how should you place your bets?

It is pretty clear to everyone in the NFL that the Bears could have something special in QB Justin Fields. He showed dynamic playmaking and a strong-arm last season, and needed to be supported by his team and coaching staff. Unfortunately, Chicago hasn’t really done much in the off-season to surround Fields with the talent needed to succeed. Not only did they lose Allen Robinson at receiver, but they also failed to add any real talent. It remains to be seen how this will play out in 2022.

The New England Patriots are still transitioning from the Tom Brady era, not that coach Bill Belichick would see it that way. While they suffered through a season of a struggling Cam Newton, they can be quietly satisfied with how Mac Jones performed under center in his rookie season. Add in a competitive defense that can get turnovers, and there is little to suggest they can’t make another playoff appearance in January. Can they keep up their step with a win against the Bears at home?

The Patriots have won the last 5 straight against the Bears, going back all the way to 2002. Coach Belichick has indeed only had one loss against the Bears since becoming the Pats HC, so this should be helpful when looking where to bet this week.

The NFL betting odds should favor New England to look after their home turf and get a win against Chicago this week. It’s worth putting your faith in them if you are betting on NFL games.