Why the Bears will or won't beat the Eagles in Week 3

Chicago Bears are aiming for a win against the Philadelphia Eagles in Monday Night's game. Last season, Chicago dominated the Eagles on the ground and they are hoping to replicate that success in this match. The Bears are without their starting quarterback, Caleb Williams, and have opted for backup Case Keenum as the starter after he gained ample reps with the first-team offense during the week.

Philadelphia, on the other hand, enters the game with a mostly healthy roster as key players Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith are free from injury concerns.

For the Bears to win, they must excel in running the ball, with D’Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai having over 100 rushing yards in the past game. Both players' performances will be crucial in breaking through Philadelphia's struggling run defense, which has conceded over 120 rushing yards in their last two games. Additionally, Chicago's defense improved against the Minnesota Vikings, not allowing a touchdown and holding the team to 246 total yards.

However, there are reasons why the Bears might not win. With Case Keenum starting, the Bears' offense could struggle to move the ball. Keenum's history against the Eagles is concerning, and he has not played in an NFL game since 2023. Moreover, Philadelphia's defense poses a significant challenge, ranking among the top 10 against the pass.

Despite a strong showing last week, Philadelphia's offense led by Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith presents another hurdle for the Bears. Historically, the Bears have struggled against Philadelphia, losing six of the last seven matchups, with Chicago not prevailing at home since 2010.