A throwing game script is indicated by the Bears being a -3-point underdog in this week's game.The Chicago Bears offense has played at the 7th-fastest pace in the league (context-neutralized) this year, averaging 27.75 seconds per play.Opposing QBs have averaged 37.6 pass attempts per game vs. the Minnesota Vikings defense this year: 4th-most in the league.The Chicago Bears O-line profiles as the 5th-best in the NFL this year in protecting the passer, which has a positive effect on all passing game statistics across the board.Cole Kmet's possession skills have gotten a boost this season, with his Adjusted Catch Rate rising from 83.1% to 87.1%.
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