The Chicago Bears are heading into the most anticipated season of their historic franchise. After a slow start last season, the Bears made a midseason trade for star pass rusher Montez Sweat, which gave the Bears opportunities to win late in the season. With the addition of first-overall pick Caleb Williams and other talented players, how will the Bears record look next season? Find out in the 2024 Chicago Bears record prediction.
2024 Chicago Bears Record Prediction
Week 1: vs Tennessee Titans
The Caleb Williams era will start at home against the Tennessee Titans. The Bears and Titans have massively upgraded their rosters over the offseason with similar situations. Additionally, both teams have relatively young quarterbacks surrounded by an abundance of talent on offense. It will be a big test for the Bears, but they should be able to win this game at home to start the season on a positive note.
Bears Record Prediction: 1-0
Week 2: @ Houston Texans (SNF)
Arguably the most exciting matchup of the season for Chicago, they head over to Houston to face off against C.J. Stroud and the Texans. The Texans took the league by surprise last season, breaking expectations and becoming one of the best teams in the NFL. With Stroud’s phenomenal rookie campaign and the addition of wide receiver Stefon Diggs, it’ll be a tough matchup for the Bears. Expect a reality check for the Bears.
Bears Record Prediction: 1-1
Week 3: vs Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Colts are a sneaky good team, and with Anthony Richardson healthy next season, it’s another tough matchup. The Bears’ defense will be tested, having to guard a phenomenal offense. This game is likely decided on a last-minute drive, and lucky for Bears fans, it ends in a win for Chicago.
Bears Record Prediction: 2-1
Week 4: vs Los Angeles Rams
Another close-fought battle against the Los Angeles Rams, which had completely revamped their defensive line during the draft. A new-look defensive line against the Bears offensive line will be a nightmare scenario for the Bears. Additionally, Sean McVay will outclass Matt Eberflus, and the Rams will leave Chicago with a W.
Bears Record Prediction: 2-2
Week 5: @ Carolina Panthers
The Bears fleeced the Carolina Panthers in the most lopsided trade in NFL history. The Panthers ended with the worst record in the NFL last season, allowing the Bears to draft Caleb Williams as part of the trade. Although the Panthers spent a ton of money improving the team over the offseason, this one should be a relatively easy win for the Bears.
Bears Record Prediction: 3-2
Week 6: @ Jacksonville Jaguars (London)
Traveling to London is always more challenging for some teams than for others. In this case, the Jaguars are basically London’s team, having at least one game every year. On the other hand, the last time the Bears traveled to London was in 2019, when they lost against the Las Vegas Raiders. This game will feel like the Bears should have won but ended up losing.
Bears Record Prediction: 3-3
Week 7: -BYE-
Week 8: @ Washington Commanders
Coming out of the bye week refreshed and ready to take on the Washington Commanders, it’s a battle of rookie quarterbacks in Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels. It’s been a yearly thing where the Bears travel to Washington and win on Thursday night. Although this isn’t a TNF game, the Bears continue to have the upper hand against the Commanders.
Bears Record Prediction: 4-3
Week 9: @ Arizona Cardinals
Traveling to the desert to take on the Arizona Cardinals, the Bears still have a lot to prove as a team. Barely being above .500 isn’t cutting it, and Chicago is hungry for more wins. Watching two quarterbacks with similar abilities throwing to impressive rookie wide receivers, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Rome Odunze will be fun to watch. The Bears should leave Arizona with a W.
Bears Record Prediction: 5-3
Week 10: vs New England Patriots
Another rookie quarterback battle, this time against Drake Maye. The Patriots are in store for a season filled with growing pains, and the Bears are part of those growing pains. This game might be closer than most people think, but the Bears emerge victorious.
Bears Record Prediction: 6-3
Week 11: vs Green Bay Packers
The Green Bay Packers have kryptonite against the Bears. That’s the most logical conclusion. Just kidding, but seriously, the Bears haven’t been able to win against the Packers. This game starts a new era in the rivalry between two young quarterbacks with a ton to prove. The Bears are tired of losing to the Packers and continue to stay on a winning streak with a hard-fought victory against a dreaded opponent.
Bears Record Prediction: 7-3
Week 12: vs Minnesota Vikings
With rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy, the Minnesota Vikings are a mystery regarding how good they will be next season. On one side, the Vikings have a lot of talent on both sides of the ball. However, there’s some uncertainty about whether McCarthy is worth the high draft pick. The Bears come out with another divisional win.
Bears Record Prediction: 8-3
Week 13: @ Detroit Lions (Thanksgiving)
With all the momentum in the world, the Bears have their biggest test yet against the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving. The Lions proved last season that they have what it takes to make it to the Super Bowl. With virtually no weaknesses on the roster, the Lions send the Bears back to reality.
Bears Record Prediction: 8-4
Week 14: @ San Francisco 49ers
The Bears travel on the road to take on the Super Bowl runner-up, San Francisco 49ers. Another extremely tough task for Chicago; it’s going to be hard trying to contain the Niners and their formidable offense. Even though the Bears won the last time they played the 49ers, it won’t be the same outcome this time.
Bears Record Prediction: 8-5
Week 15: @ Minnesota Vikings (MNF)
For the second year in a row, the Bears take on the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football. This game should come down to the wire, with two teams similar in offensive and defensive power. It’s time Williams shows the league why he was the first quarterback taken in the draft, with a stellar performance against a divisional rival.
Bears Record Prediction: 9-5
Week 16: vs Detroit Lions
The Bears host the Detroit Lions for another matchup, and with hopes that they can even the series, the Lions experience, and amazing offensive line give Goff just enough time to work the ball down the field and hand the Bears another L.
Bears Record Prediction: 9-6
Week 17: vs Seattle Seahawks (TNF)
The day after Christmas, the Seattle Seahawks come into town. It’s uncertain whether Geno Smith or Sam Howell will be the starting quarterback this late in the season. Either way, the Bears should win this game with the help of fans filled with Christmas joy.
Bears Record Prediction: 10-6
Week 18: @ Green Bay Packers
It’s only fitting that the Bears’ finale is against the Green Bay Packers. Both teams will likely be in contention for a playoff spot. With such high stakes, it will be hard for the Bears to win against the Packers in Lambeau Field.
Bears Record Prediction: 10-7
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