Week 6: Bears vs Vikings preview: Injured Vikings Receivers Give Bears Secondary a Break in Week 6 Matchup 🤔

Here’s the Quick -n- Dirrty…

• Bears coming off big win against Commanders, looking to keep momentum vs Vikings
• JJ Jefferson out for Vikings, provides opportunity for Bears defense
• Getting injured players like Jalen Johnson and Kyler Gordon back will help secondary
• Offense must keep Justin Fields-DJ Moore connection going and establish run game
• Defense needs to pressure Cousins, stop the run, and limit big plays to Addison

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Hey there, fellow Bears Fans!

I’m pumped for our matchup against the Minnesota Vikings in week 6. Coming off a big win against the Washington Commanders, my Bears are riding high and looking to keep momentum going.

Unfortunately for the Vikings, star wide receiver Justin Jefferson will be out with an injury. This gives our Chicago secondary a great opportunity to limit Minnesota’s dangerous passing attack. The return of cornerbacks Jalen Johnson and Kyler Gordon from injuries will provide a boost to the Bears secondary. Their coverage skills have been missed the past few weeks.

With Jefferson out, receivers KJ Osborn and Jordan Addison will be Kirk Cousins’ top targets. Though not as dynamic as Jefferson, Osborn is a solid possession receiver. Addison, a rookie from USC, has deep threat potential that could exploit Chicago’s zone defense. Our safeties must be disciplined in their coverage assignments.

Offensively, the Bears must keep the Justin Fields to DJ Moore connection rolling. Moore had a breakout game last week, and Minnesota’s pass defense ranks near the bottom of the NFL. With the Vikings focused on Moore, players like Darnell Mooney and Cole Kmet need to step up production-wise. Establishing the run game is also key, as the Vikings’ defensive front is not as daunting as Washington’s.

Newly acquired running back Dante Foreman should provide a spark to Chicago’s ground attack. His power running style is a change of pace from the speedier Khalil Herbert. Foreman’s pass blocking is superb, but his receiving skills remain unknown. This game will be a good test for him in that area.

Defensively, the Bears cannot let Dalvin Cook and the Vikings rushing offense get going. Linebackers Roquan Smith and Nicholas Morrow must stay disciplined in their run fits. Getting pressure on Cousins via the defensive line will also be critical. After racking up 5 sacks last week, the Bears pass rush needs an encore performance.

By focusing on fundamentals like tackling, effort, and turnovers, the Bears defense can slow this potent Minnesota offense. Forcing Cousins into third and long situations will get the crowd noise ramped up. Turnovers could play a huge role in shifting momentum.

This Vikings matchup represents a great opportunity for the 2-3 Bears to get above .500. Coming off 10 days rest, Chicago should be well prepared. Getting another divisional road win would build confidence heading into the meat of the schedule. Justin Fields continues to improve each week, and more points from the offense will likely be needed. By following the blueprint from their previous victory and playing smart disciplined football, the Bears can beat the Vikings in week 6.

Bear Down Bears fans! and as always… PEACE!