Clear skies for the Monday night NFC North clash between the Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.

As the Chicago Bears (3-8) face the Minnesota Vikings (6-5) in a pivotal NFC North showdown on Monday night at U.S. Bank Stadium, weather conditions are expected to be favorable. With a forecast of 43.5°F and clear skies, the game is set to unfold without the interference of rain.

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In their previous outing, the Bears, led by quarterback Justin Fields returning from a thumb injury, gave a tough challenge to the Detroit Lions. Despite intercepting Jared Goff three times and leading most of the fourth quarter, the Bears succumbed to a late Lions touchdown, sealing their fate with a strip sack for a safety.

Meanwhile, the Vikings enter the matchup following a loss to the Denver Broncos, breaking their five-game win streak. Quarterback Joshua Dobbs, after an impressive start with back-to-back wins, faced challenges in the form of turnovers against the Broncos. The Vikings anticipate the return of star receiver Justin Jefferson, who has been sidelined since Week 5 due to a hamstring injury.

The Vikings previously triumphed over the Bears in Week 6 at Soldier Field with a 19-13 victory. Fields dislocated his thumb in that game, leading to Tyson Bagent taking over. The Bears’ quarterbacks struggled, combining for only 113 passing yards, while Vikings linebacker Danielle Hunter recorded 2 sacks.

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As both teams strive for a crucial win in the NFC North, the weather forecast indicates a clear evening in Minneapolis. The Vikings are favored with odds from BetMGM, featuring a spread of Vikings (-3), Moneyline at Vikings (-160) and Bears (+135), and an over/under set at 43 points. The stage is set for an exciting Monday night clash under the lights at U.S. Bank Stadium.