A fascinating matchup to close out the night.
Two really tough defenses will test offenses that aren't known for their innovative, devil-may-care approach.
Matt Schaub is an efficient, error free game manager and he'll need
to be patient tonight as the Bears are well organised deep and
aggressive up front: of particular concern is the right side of the
offensive line, where Idonije, McClellin and Melton could cause all
sorts of problems. The Texans will need to lean on Arian Foster, but
Chicago are tough against the run too and with a talented secondary and a
dearth of a deep threat, if Foster doesn't dominate, the Texans could
struggle to move the ball.
Frankly, the same is true of the Bears: Matt Forte must get rolling
against a stout run D to take the pressure off Cutler, who'll hope his
protection has a good day against a ferocious pass rush led by J J Watt.
With Cushing missing, Forte may find some room and Cutler will still
look for (a doubtless double teamed) Brandon Marshall downfield.
One of these offenses will need to step up and show form that has
been lacking so far and I think Chicago just shade it on the basis of
'the team most likely'.
Pick: Chicago Bears -1 @ 1.91
Pick: 1st TD Matt Forte @ 8.5
Pick: Anytime TD Houston Defense @ 5.5
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