Chicago Bears Defensive Stats
Season-to-date production through Week 8 from Stat Cracker's synchronized game and team data.
Recent Defensive Form
| Week | Opponent | Fantasy Pts | Pts Allowed | Sacks | INT | Takeaways | Yds Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W7 | NE | 4.0 | 24 | 2.0 | 1 | 1 | 391 |
| W6 | ATL | 11.0 | 23 | 5.0 | 0 | 3 | 288 |
| W5 | GB | 1.0 | 31 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 437 |
| W4 | NYJ | 7.0 | 12 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 178 |
| W3 | PHI | 12.0 | 7 | 2.0 | 2 | 3 | 260 |
Next 3 Weeks
Rolling DEF/DST forecast driven by Stat Cracker's saved Defense formula, future opponent and current team context.
AWAY @ Seattle Seahawks
Why Stat Cracker is cautious about this DEF matchup
The matchup grades tough because the opponent offensive environment, while an exploitable opponent offensive line, turnover opportunity and strong pass rush helps preserve the floor. Seattle Seahawks has an offensive-line profile that creates additional disruption opportunity. The opponent carries an elevated turnover-risk profile.
Key Drivers: Opponent O-Line • Opponent Turnovers • Pass Rush • Opportunity
HOME vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Why Stat Cracker likes this DEF matchup
The matchup remains favorable because sack opportunity and strong pass rush currently outweighs strong opponent line play. The opponent has shown elevated sack exposure, increasing the defense's pressure ceiling. Chicago Bears brings an above-average pass-rush profile into the matchup.
Key Drivers: Opponent O-Line • Opponent Sacks Allowed • Pass Rush
BYE WEEK
Why the bye matters
Chicago Bears has no game in Week 10. Fantasy managers should plan a one-week replacement, while the defense gets an extra week to rest and prepare.
Weekly DEF Prediction History
| Week | Prediction | Actual | Rank | Matchup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Week 8 | 5.3 pts | Pending | DEF #17 | AWAY @ SEA |
| 2026 Week 7 | 5.5 pts | 4.0 pts | DEF #16 | HOME vs NE |
| 2026 Week 6 | 5.7 pts | 11.0 pts | DEF #17 | AWAY @ ATL |
| 2026 Week 5 | 9.8 pts | 1.0 pts | DEF #8 | AWAY @ GB |
| 2026 Week 4 | 9.2 pts | 7.0 pts | DEF #5 | HOME vs NYJ |
| 2026 Week 3 | 8.0 pts | 12.0 pts | DEF #20 | HOME vs PHI |
| 2026 Week 2 | 9.9 pts | 7.0 pts | DEF #6 | HOME vs MIN |
| 2026 Week 1 | 7.4 pts | 4.0 pts | DEF #14 | AWAY @ CAR |