Steelers vs Bears Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 12

Chicago Bears fans cheer during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Chicago. The Bears defeated the Panthers 36-10. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)
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  • The Bears are -2.5 point favorites vs the Steelers
  • Total (Over/Under): 45 points
  • Watch this game on CBS

The Pittsburgh Steelers (6-4-0) visit Soldier Field to take on the Chicago Bears (7-3-0) on Nov. 23. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EST in Chicago, IL.

The Bears are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -2.5 (-120).

The Steelers vs. Bears Over/Under is 45 total points for the game.

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Steelers vs. Bears Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Steelers+2.5 10045 -110125
Bears -2.5 -12045 -110-150

Steelers vs. Bears Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Bears will win this game with 59.7% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Steelers vs Bears Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Steelers will cover the spread with 53.7% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Steelers players this game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Steelers Player Prop Bets Today

  • DK Metcalf has hit the Receptions Under in 14 of his last 17 games (+10.15 Units / 48% ROI)
  • DK Metcalf has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 13 of his last 17 games (+8.40 Units / 43% ROI)
  • Jonnu Smith has hit the Longest Reception Under in 9 of his last 10 games (+7.85 Units / 68% ROI)
  • Jonnu Smith has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.30 Units / 32% ROI)
  • Calvin Austin III has hit the Longest Reception Under in his last 6 games (+6.00 Units / 90% ROI)

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Bears players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Bears Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Olamide Zaccheaus has hit the Longest Reception Under in his last 8 games (+8.00 Units / 86% ROI)
  • Rome Odunze has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.25 Units / 32% ROI)
  • D’Andre Swift has hit the Receptions Over in 6 of his last 7 games at home (+6.15 Units / 81% ROI)
  • Cole Kmet has hit the Receptions Under in 11 of his last 15 games (+6.15 Units / 30% ROI)
  • Caleb Williams has hit the Interceptions Under in 12 of his last 17 games (+5.60 Units / 26% ROI)
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 13 of their last 18 games (+7.10 Units / 33% ROI)
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 8 of their last 9 away games (+7.00 Units / 68% ROI)
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 11 of their last 18 games (+6.15 Units / 26% ROI)
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have covered the 2Q Spread in 12 of their last 18 games (+5.25 Units / 25% ROI)
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 12 of their last 20 games (+3.15 Units / 14% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have covered the 4Q Spread in 12 of their last 17 games (+5.25 Units / 25% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the Team Total Over in 13 of their last 20 games (+5.15 Units / 22% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the Moneyline in 10 of their last 20 games (+5.00 Units / 21% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 11 of their last 17 games (+4.10 Units / 21% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bears have hit the 1H Team Total Over in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+3.80 Units / 38% ROI)

Steelers Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Steelers are 5-5 (-0.4 Units / -3.7% ROI).

  • Steelers are 6-4 when betting on the Moneyline for +0.4 Units / 2.42% ROI
  • Steelers are 5-5 when betting the Over for -0.5 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • Steelers are 5-5 when betting the Under for -0.5 Units / ROI

Bears Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Bears are 6-4 (+1.65 Units / 14.93% ROI).

  • Bears are 7-3 when betting on the Moneyline for +5.5 Units / 42.8% ROI
  • Bears are 5-4 when betting the Over for +0.6 Units / 5.45% ROI
  • Bears are 4-5 when betting the Under for -1.5 Units / -13.64% ROI

Pittsburgh Steelers: Keys to the Game vs. the Chicago Bears

The Steelers targeted RBs 32% of the time (10 Pass Attempts/31 plays) in Week 11 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Steelers have targeted RBs 23% of the time (72 Pass Attempts/307 plays) this season — 3rd-highest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Steelers targeted WRs 35% of the time (11 Pass Attempts/31 plays) in Week 11 — 2nd-lowest in NFL; League Avg: 55%.

The Steelers have averaged -0.44 epa per play on contested throws this season — 4th-worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.07.

Chicago Bears: Keys to the Game vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers

The Bears have averaged 384 yards from scrimmage per game (3,844 YFS / 10 G) this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Steelers have allowed an average of 387.9 yards from scrimmage per game (3,879/10) this season — 5th-worst in NFL.

The Bears have a third down conversion rate of 44.1% in the fourth quarter this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Steelers defense has allowed a third down conversion rate of 44.7% in the 4th quarter this season — T-4th-worst in NFL.

The Bears are 3-1 (.750) when passing for 250 or more yards this season — T-5th-best in NFL. The Steelers have allowed 261.7 passing yards per game this season — worst in NFL.

Additional Matchup Notes for Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Chicago Bears

The Bears have averaged 384 yards from scrimmage per game (3,844 YFS / 10 G) this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Steelers have allowed an average of 387.9 yards from scrimmage per game (3,879/10) this season — 5th-worst in NFL.

The Bears have a third down conversion rate of 44.1% in the fourth quarter this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Steelers defense has allowed a third down conversion rate of 44.7% in the 4th quarter this season — T-4th-worst in NFL.

The Bears are 3-1 (.750) when passing for 250 or more yards this season — T-5th-best in NFL. The Steelers have allowed 261.7 passing yards per game this season — worst in NFL.

The Steelers targeted RBs 32% of the time (10 Pass Attempts/31 plays) in Week 11 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Steelers have targeted RBs 23% of the time (72 Pass Attempts/307 plays) this season — 3rd-highest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Steelers targeted WRs 35% of the time (11 Pass Attempts/31 plays) in Week 11 — 2nd-lowest in NFL; League Avg: 55%.

The Steelers have averaged -0.44 epa per play on contested throws this season — 4th-worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.07.

Pittsburgh Steelers Offense: Important Stats

The Steelers targeted RBs 32% of the time (10 Pass Attempts/31 plays) in Week 11 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Steelers have targeted RBs 23% of the time (72 Pass Attempts/307 plays) this season — 3rd-highest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Steelers targeted WRs 35% of the time (11 Pass Attempts/31 plays) in Week 11 — 2nd-lowest in NFL; League Avg: 55%.

The Steelers have averaged -0.44 epa per play on contested throws this season — 4th-worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.07.

Chicago Bears Offense: Important Stats

The Bears have averaged 384 yards from scrimmage per game (3,844 YFS / 10 G) this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Steelers have allowed an average of 387.9 yards from scrimmage per game (3,879/10) this season — 5th-worst in NFL.

The Bears have a third down conversion rate of 44.1% in the fourth quarter this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Steelers defense has allowed a third down conversion rate of 44.7% in the 4th quarter this season — T-4th-worst in NFL.

The Bears are 3-1 (.750) when passing for 250 or more yards this season — T-5th-best in NFL. The Steelers have allowed 261.7 passing yards per game this season — worst in NFL.

Pittsburgh Steelers Defense: Important Stats

The Steelers targeted RBs 32% of the time (10 Pass Attempts/31 plays) in Week 11 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Steelers have targeted RBs 23% of the time (72 Pass Attempts/307 plays) this season — 3rd-highest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Steelers targeted WRs 35% of the time (11 Pass Attempts/31 plays) in Week 11 — 2nd-lowest in NFL; League Avg: 55%.

The Steelers have averaged -0.44 epa per play on contested throws this season — 4th-worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.07.

Chicago Bears Defense: Important Stats

The Bears have averaged 384 yards from scrimmage per game (3,844 YFS / 10 G) this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Steelers have allowed an average of 387.9 yards from scrimmage per game (3,879/10) this season — 5th-worst in NFL.

The Bears have a third down conversion rate of 44.1% in the fourth quarter this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Steelers defense has allowed a third down conversion rate of 44.7% in the 4th quarter this season — T-4th-worst in NFL.

The Bears are 3-1 (.750) when passing for 250 or more yards this season — T-5th-best in NFL. The Steelers have allowed 261.7 passing yards per game this season — worst in NFL.

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