Bears Projected to Beat Buccaneers 28-20 Amid Defensive Surge

Chicago is projected to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 28 to 20 in Sunday's 8:20 p.m. ET matchup, according to betting analysts. The prediction rests on a sharp contrast in offensive production. Tampa Bay completed only seven of 14 passing attempts for 64 yards and one touchdown across its last two games. The Bears defense, now anchored by new standout player Jeffery Simmons, has become a dominant force. Chicago has emerged as a bona fide Super Bowl contender following its victory over the Seattle Seahawks.

Green Bay hosts the New England Patriots at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday. The prediction favors the home team, with a projected score of 23 to 21. Analysts recommend a pick for Green Bay at plus 3. Drake Maye leads the league in total yards and touchdowns from Week 4 through Week 8. However, he faces a Green Bay defense that allows just 14.6 points per game. Jordan Love leads the NFL in passing yards and completions of 20-plus air yards, providing a balanced threat for the Packers.

The Los Angeles Rams are expected to win 27 to 21 against the Washington Commanders, covering a 5.5-point spread. Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels recorded an off-target rate of 17.2 percent in his last game, the third highest of his career. The Rams defense ranks fifth in the league for total yards allowed. The Commanders hold a 0-5 record following a win since the start of last season, a streak that highlights their inconsistency.

Dallas faces Indianapolis at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday. Analysts project a 30 to 17 victory for the Cowboys, who are favored by six points. The Colts allow 27.8 points per game and lost 42 to 7 to the Jaguars recently. Daniel Jones holds an NFL-worst passer rating of 68.7. Running back Jonathan Taylor has seen reduced playing time due to trade rumors, further limiting the Colts' ground game.

The Buffalo Bills visit the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, November 9. The projected score is 24 to 17, with Buffalo favored by 3.5 points. The Vikings suffered their first loss of the season to the Detroit Lions, exposing an offense that averages just 279.4 total yards per game. The Bills lead the league in points per game with 33.3. Their red zone efficiency gives them the edge, as they score on 70 percent of trips.

Other matchups include the Jacksonville Jaguars visiting the Baltimore Ravens as 9.5-point favorites. The Cincinnati Bengals play the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, with Atlanta receiving a 3-point underdog number. The Kansas City Chiefs are heavily favored against the New York Jets. The Detroit Lions are expected to beat the Miami Dolphins by seven points.

The New Orleans Saints are favored by 2.5 points against the Cleveland Browns. The Philadelphia Eagles are picked to beat the New York Giants by 3.5 points. The Carolina Panthers are underdogs by three points against the Denver Broncos. The Los Angeles Chargers are underdogs by 4.5 points against the Houston Texans. The San Francisco 49ers are favored by 10 points over the Las Vegas Raiders. The Seattle Seahawks are projected to defeat the Arizona Cardinals by 10.5 points.