13 October 2023
Members of the Pioneer Press sports staff who cover the Vikings forecast Sunday’s game against the Bears in Chicago:
DANE MIZUTANI
Bears 27, Vikings 24
The loss of Justin Jefferson is going to be too much for the Vikings to overcome against the Bears. The biggest question is whether the result will force the Vikings to at least consider tanking. It would be in their best interest at this point.
JOHN SHIPLEY
Vikings 27, Bears 24
The Bears are hot off a convincing victory over Washington but this is a pride game for Minnesota, which believes it is better than its record. Even without Justin Jefferson, they should have enough in Chicago. Right?
CHARLEY WALTERS
Vikings 21, Bears 20
Vikings are the better team, even without Justin Jefferson, but only one point better. Lose this one and the season is lost for both teams.
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