Bears Playoff Outlook: Odds, Schedule, and NFC North Standings
The Chicago Bears currently face a pivotal moment in their season as they compete for a playoff spot in the NFC North. Following their recent loss to the Green Bay Packers, the Bears now sit at 9-4, dropping to second place in the division. The result has significant implications for their postseason hopes, marking a crucial turning point in their 2025 campaign.
Bears Playoff Outlook: Current Status and Odds
After Week 14, the Chicago Bears have a 65% chance of making the playoffs, according to NFL Next Gen Stats. A victory over the Packers on December 7 could have boosted their playoff odds to 89%. Despite this setback, the Bears still hold the No. 6 seed in the NFC bracket as it stands.
Division Standings
- Green Bay Packers: 9-3-1 (3-0 division record)
- Chicago Bears: 9-4 (1-3 division record)
- Detroit Lions: 8-5 (1-3 division record)
- Minnesota Vikings: 5-8 (2-2 division record)
The Bears remain in the race for their first NFC North division title since 2018. They have only secured four division wins since the NFC’s 2002 realignment.
Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Bears face a challenging schedule as they conclude the season. Their remaining games include matchups against the following teams:
- Green Bay Packers
- Detroit Lions
- San Francisco 49ers
This schedule is rated as the ninth-hardest in the NFL, adding pressure for the Bears as they strive for a playoff berth.
NFC Playoff Picture
The current playoff standings are as follows:
| Team | Record | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 10-3 | NFC West leaders |
| Green Bay Packers | 9-3-1 | NFC North leaders |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 8-4 | NFC East leaders |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 7-5 | NFC South leaders |
| Seattle Seahawks | 10-3 | Wild Card No. 1 |
| Chicago Bears | 9-4 | Wild Card No. 2 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 9-4 | Wild Card No. 3 |
As the playoff picture solidifies, the Bears must navigate their remaining games carefully. A strong finish could secure a spot in the postseason, but challenges await in the form of divisional rivals and other playoff contenders.
