The Minnesota Vikings travel to the unfriendly confines of Soldier Field for Week 2. The Vikings roll into Chicago riding high after destroying the Green Bay Packers in the 4th quarter last week. However,

Here are three causes for concern as the Chicago Bears prepare to face the Minnesota Vikings in their first NFC North game of the season.

Chicago Bears starting right tackle Darnell Wright returned to practice in a limited fashion on Thursday, a day after missing practice with a knee injury, but it's the defense that's getting some renewed focus after a rough opener against the Panthers.

Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears picks, predictions, odds, win probabilities for NFL Week 2 Sunday game on Sept. 20, 2026. Who will win game?

Here are the top three defensive keys for the Chicago Bears ahead of their Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.

Bears, 35-24: Blitz, shmitz! Williams isn’t afraid of the Vikings’ big, bad blitzes brought by Flores. And the Bears shouldn’t be afraid of the Vikings’ offense, outside of Justin Jefferson, of course. Happy home opener! Last week: 0-1.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams knows to expect a challenge as he prepares to face off with the Minnesota Vikings and their Brian Flores-led defense.

Chicago Bears starting right tackle Darnell Wright returned to practice in a limited fashion on Thursday, a day after missing practice with a knee injury, but it's the defense that's getting some renewed focus after a rough opener against the Panthers.

The Chicago Bears host the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field on Sept. 20 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

The Minnesota Vikings will face the Chicago Bears for the first time of the season in Week 2. Here's how and where to watch the NFC North game, along with who to watch.