The Chicago Bears (0-4) are set to face the Washington Commanders (2-2) in a Thursday Night Football matchup. Here's what you need to know about this game:
Kickoff Time: The game is scheduled to start at 5:45 AM GMT+5:30 on Friday, October 6, 2023.
Where to Watch: The game will be broadcast exclusively on Amazon Prime Video and NFL+.
For the Bears, OL Teven Jenkins has been activated off injured reserve and will make his season debut. However, CB Jaylon Johnson, S Eddie Jackson, WR Chase Claypool, RB D’Onta Foreman, S Duron Harmon, and OL Aviante Collins are inactive.
The Bears have lost 14 consecutive games, and they are currently at the bottom of the NFC North. In contrast, the Commanders are in the third spot in the NFC East.
The Bears' offense, led by rookie quarterback Justin Fields, showed improvement in their previous game, but they will face a formidable challenge from the Commanders' defensive line, featuring players like Chase Young and Montez Sweat.
The over/under for total points in this game is set at 44.5 points. Chicago's games have hit the over in total points in all four of their games this season. However, the Bears are 2-8 against the spread in road games since 2022.
Commanders' Opportunity: Washington has a chance to capitalize on the Bears' struggles and secure a victory to improve their record.
The game takes place in the shadow of the passing of Dick Butkus, a legendary Chicago Bears linebacker whose intense style of play left an indelible mark on the NFL. He passed away at the age of 80.