Dolphins vs Bears predictions
When you look at the Miami Dolphins, all eyes naturally go to their high-octane offense. Tua Tagovailoa is the engine of this machine, and I’d expect him to try and get it going early against the Bears’ secondary. Tyreek Hill is always a matchup nightmare—just imagine him getting loose on Chicago’s turf at Soldier Field, creating chaos after the catch. Not to be outdone, Jaylen Waddle’s speed can stretch the field, opening up underneath routes for other playmakers. Don’t forget about the Dolphins’ running game, which could see someone like Raheem Mostert finding room on outside zone runs if the Bears’ defense can’t set the edge.
Shifting gears to the Chicago Bears, this season brings a lot of hope with a fresh slate. Justin Fields is such a dynamic dual-threat quarterback—it’s easy to envision him breaking containment and picking up chunk yards with his legs if the pocket collapses. Watch for DJ Moore to be Fields’ go-to target; his chemistry with Fields has been a talking point all offseason, and this could be the game where that connection really pops. On the ground, the Bears might rotate running backs to keep Miami guessing. Someone like Khalil Herbert could see more touches and become an X-factor, especially if the offensive line holds its ground.
As for how this one shakes out, it feels like we’re in for a close battle with plenty of big plays on both sides. The Bears, with home field at Soldier Field and the crowd behind them, could have just enough of an edge to squeak out a win. With Fields’ unpredictability and some timely stops from the defense, I like Chicago to pull ahead late and cover that slight -2.5 spread. But let’s be real—it should be a fun one, and a few key plays could swing it either way.
