The Bears are a giant 7.5-point underdog this week, which points towards an extreme passing game script.This game will be played in a dome—meaning zero wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing effectiveness.Opposing QBs have averaged 37.5 pass attempts per game against the Minnesota Vikings defense this year: 10th-most in football.The Minnesota Vikings pass defense has conceded the 5th-highest Completion% in the league (70.2%) versus wideouts this year (70.2%).The Minnesota Vikings pass defense has been vulnerable when opposing wide receivers have gotten into space, conceding an average of 6.91 yards-after-the-catch this year: the 7th-most in football.
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