Here are the top offensive keys for the Chicago Bears as they host the Detroit Lions in the final game of the regular season.

Sam: Revenge spot. The Vikings absolutely dominated the Lions at the line of scrimmage, something the Bears aren’t equipped to do. Wrap up the RBs and blitz Goff to get him uncomfortable. The Lions’ defense is decimated and the Bears can find passing lanes and running room. Cap off the season for the home fans and get out healthy.

Preview the Week 18 matchup between the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting lines and more.

The Detroit Lions are eliminated from playoff contention, but before they can begin to find out what went wrong this offseason, they have to wrap up their 2025

Find out how to watch Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions live streaming online, plus TV channel and game info for this week 18 NFL matchup.

Alex Anzalone, who suffered a brain injury in last week's loss to the Minnesota Vikings, won't play against the Bears for personal reasons.

See who's in and who's out for the Week 18 matchup between the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions on January 4, 2026.

Our Lions vs. Bears predictions think Chicago will finish the regular season strong against a lifeless Detroit squad.

Lions right tackle Penei Sewell is among the group of players Detroit listed out in its final pregame injury report at the Chicago Bears.

The Chicago Bears suffered a tough 42-38 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, but there were plenty of good (and not so good) performances in Week 17.

The Minnesota Vikings will be facing third-string quarterback Clayton Tune and other backups when they host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.