Green Bay Packers at Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Wild Card Preview, Prediction & Odds

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Green Bay Packers (9-7-1) at Chicago Bears (11-6)
Game Details: Saturday, January 10, 8:00 p.m. EST
Location: Soldier Field, Chicago, IL
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime

NFL 2026 Wild Card Matchup

With the NFL playoffs heating up, the Saturday night game between the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears could be a classic in prime time. The Bears and Packers are going to the playoffs wounded, but could have a fireworks show for their fans and bettors tonight. The NFL playoffs are getting exciting, and this game between the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears could be amazing for fans and for Las Vegas.

Betting Odds

Team Spread Money Line Total
Green Bay Packers-1.5-116Over 45.5
Chicago Bears +1.5+104Under 45.5

** Odds Subject to Change – Courtesy of FanDuel**

Tale of The Tape

Green Bay PackersTeam Stats – Avg Per GameChicago Bears
23.0Points Per Game25.9
212.8Passing Yards Per Game225.1
119.8Rushing Yards Per Game144.5
21.2Opponents Points Per Game Allowed24.4
194.1Opponents Pass Yards Allowed 227.2
117.7Opponents Rush Yards Allowed 134.5

Statistics from various online sources, courtesy of ESPN and FOX Sports

Key Details

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Oct 26, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) celebrates defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

Green Bay Packers

The Green Bay Packers have been playing well this season, but have been collapsing this past December. Green Bay’s defense has been playing well, allowing 21 points a game. Injuries have been plaguing the Packers’ defense, with Micah Parsons having a season-ending injury. The Packers’ defense has been suffering from injuries, but the offense has been inconsistent this season. Green Bay’s offense has been sluggish with being a middle-tier offense with poor game planning and execution. The Packers’ offense, with injuries and inconsistency, could affect the team’s playoff chances.

Chicago Bears

While the Green Bay Packers have flaws, the Chicago Bears could take advantage of them in their first playoff game since 2018. The Bears’ offense has been a lightning bolt with Caleb Williams having strong numbers in his sophomore season. Chicago’s offense with DJ Moore, Rome Odunze, and emerging tight end Colston Loveland has helped them win the NFC North. While the Bears’ offense has been solid, the defense has been a weak spot this season due to injuries. The Bears have been suffering defensive injuries in the secondary and could struggle against the Packers tonight.

Prediction

With the NFL playoffs going off with a bang, tonight’s classic rivalry between the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears could wind down to a close high-scoring game with the Bears winning. The Packers’ defense has been hurt with injuries, and their offense has been inconsistent, which could cost them the game. While the Bears’ defense has been hurt all season, their offense has been on fire and could have a strong game tonight. With the bettors in Vegas hoping for a high-scoring game, the data shows it could be on that pace with the Bears covering against their longtime rivals.

Final Pick

Chicago Bears  +1.5

Over 45.5

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