The Chicago Bears (7-3) host the Pittsburgh Steelers (6-4) Sunday afternoon at Soldier Field, riding a 3-game winning streak and looking to solidify our playoff positioning. We’re 2.5-point favorites at home against a tough Steelers team that always plays physical, hard-nosed football.
Game Information
Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025
Kickoff: 1:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. CT
Location: Soldier Field, Chicago
TV Coverage: CBS
Streaming: Fubo, Paramount+
Betting Lines and Analysis
Spread: Bears -2.5
Moneyline: Bears -147, Steelers +122
Total: 46.5 points
Bears Riding High at 7-3
We’re 7-3 and playing our best football of the season with three straight wins. More importantly, we’re 6-4 against the spread, showing we’re meeting or exceeding expectations. Five of our 10 games have gone over the total, suggesting a balanced offensive approach.
The encouraging stat? We’re 2-1 ATS as favorites of 2.5+ points, meaning we handle expectations well when the market respects us.
Caleb Williams’ Continued Growth
Our rookie quarterback continues developing week by week. He’s protecting the football better, making clutch throws in critical moments, and showing the poise that made him the No. 1 overall pick. The offense isn’t perfect, but it’s functional and improving.
Defense Stepping Up
Our defense has been the difference during this 3-game win streak. We’re generating pressure, creating turnovers, and making life difficult for opposing quarterbacks. Against a Steelers offense that can be inconsistent, this creates real opportunity.
Running Game Balance
The ground game has found consistency lately, keeping defenses honest and opening up play-action opportunities for Caleb. We’re not a dominant rushing team, but we’re effective enough to control clock and keep our defense fresh.
Steelers Tough as Always
Pittsburgh sits at 6-4 with their trademark physical, defensive-minded identity. They’re 5-5 against the spread with a 2-2 ATS record as underdogs of 2.5+ points – they’re competitive even when not favored.
Five of their 10 games have gone over the total, matching our split exactly.
Steelers’ Identity
Pittsburgh plays ugly, physical football. They’ll run the ball, play great defense, and try to keep it low-scoring and grinding. They don’t beat themselves with turnovers or penalties, and they execute fundamentals.
This is exactly the type of game that makes Bears fans nervous – a tough, physical opponent that keeps it close and wins in the trenches.
Road Warriors
The Steelers travel well and aren’t intimidated by hostile environments. Soldier Field in late November creates advantages, but Pittsburgh has played in tougher conditions and won.
Why the 2.5-Point Spread Feels Right
This isn’t a game where we should be heavily favored. Pittsburgh is tough, well-coached, and always competitive. The 2.5-point spread reflects genuine respect for both teams and projects a close, competitive game.
Home Field Matters
Soldier Field in late November provides legitimate advantages. The weather could be a factor, our crowd will be engaged, and we’re comfortable playing at home. That’s worth 2-3 points easily.
Three-Game Win Streak Momentum
We’re playing with confidence right now. The nightmare 5-game losing streak feels like ancient history. We’ve figured some things out, and momentum matters in the NFL.
Steelers’ Consistency
Pittsburgh is 6-4 for a reason – they’re solid but not dominant. They can beat good teams and lose to mediocre ones. They’re exactly the type of opponent where execution determines outcomes.
Mike Tomlin Never Loses Big
The Steelers head coach has never had a losing season in his entire career. He’ll have Pittsburgh prepared, disciplined, and competitive regardless of circumstances. We can’t overlook them or expect an easy victory.
Tomlin’s teams play smart, physical football. They won’t beat themselves, which means we need to earn this win through superior execution.
Betting Analysis
The Spread
Bears -2.5 feels appropriate but not overwhelmingly confident. We should win at home during our win streak, but Pittsburgh has the talent and coaching to keep it within a field goal.
The Moneyline
Bears -147 offers fair value for a home favorite. We’re the better team right now with superior momentum, but this won’t be comfortable.
The Total
Over 46.5 creates interesting value. Both teams have gone over in exactly half their games. The weather and Pittsburgh’s defensive identity suggest under, but our recent offensive improvement leans over.
Bears’ Keys to Victory
For us to extend the win streak to four games and move to 8-3, we need:
Win in the trenches – Can’t let Pittsburgh dominate line of scrimmage
Protect Caleb – Their pass rush will test our offensive line
Force turnovers – Make their offense one-dimensional
Execute in the red zone – Touchdowns over field goals
Historical Context
Bears-Steelers games are always physical, defensive battles. These franchises share similar identities – tough, defensive-minded, blue-collar football. Expect a grind.
Bears Fan Perspective
This is exactly the type of game that tests whether we’re legitimate contenders or pretenders. Pittsburgh is tough, well-coached, and will make us earn every yard.
The 2.5-point spread shows appropriate respect for both teams. We’re favored because we’re home and riding a 3-game win streak, but the market knows Pittsburgh can absolutely win this game.
Soldier Field in late November against Mike Tomlin and the Steelers – this is classic Bears football. Physical, defensive-minded, grinding it out in the cold. We need to embrace that identity and impose our will.
Three straight wins have us feeling good, but Pittsburgh is the toughest test we’ve faced during this streak. Win this game, and we make a statement that our playoff hopes are legitimate.
Game Prediction
Final Score: Bears 24, Steelers 20
We extend the winning streak to four games, covering the 2.5-point spread in a close, physical battle. The game stays competitive throughout, with our defense making two key stops in the fourth quarter to preserve the victory.
The game goes over 46.5 points as both offenses make just enough plays to push the total higher than expected in a defensive struggle.
Best Bets:
Bears -2.5 (confident play) – Home field edge matters
Bears ML -147 (solid value) – Should win close game
Over 46.5 (slight lean) – Could sneak over in close game
For Bears fans, this represents a defining moment in our season. Beat a tough, well-coached opponent at home, move to 8-3, and prove we’re legitimate NFC playoff contenders.
Sunday at Soldier Field – let’s make it four straight and show Pittsburgh what Bears football is all about.
Bear Down! Let´s Go!
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