The Detroit Lions aim to maintain their push for the 2024 NFL postseason as they kick off a busy Thanksgiving schedule against the Chicago Bears in Week 13. This first of two encounters between the NFC North rivals pits the Lions, who are at the top, against the Bears, who sit at the bottom. Detroit, with a strong 10-1 record, is looking to keep the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers at bay as they aim for a Super Bowl LIX appearance. Chicago, on the other hand, enters on a five-game losing streak with a 4-7 record, effectively ending any playoff hopes. Their second matchup is scheduled just before Christmas, making this a festive rivalry.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Lions vs. Bears head-to-head.
Lions vs. Bears Head-to-Head Record
Games played: 188
Lions wins: 78
Bears wins: 105
Draws: 5
Historical Form Guide
The Lions and Bears have one of the longest-running rivalries in NFL history, dating back to 1930 when the Lions were the Portsmouth Spartans. After relocating to Detroit four years later, they became long-time divisional rivals. Chicago has historically dominated this matchup, with eight pre-merger titles and a Super Bowl win in 1986. Their 15-1 record that season included two victories over Detroit, which has never been able to best the Bears in key moments. Despite this, the Lions have 19 playoff appearances and are still waiting for their first Super Bowl appearance, one of the longest droughts in professional sports. However, Detroit did beat the Bears last year in a thrilling 31-26 comeback victory to clinch the NFC North division title.
Current Form Guide
This season, Detroit is on a roll. With a 10-1 record, they are one of the best teams in the NFL, having won nine consecutive games since their second loss of the season to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. During this streak, they have achieved dominant wins, including 47-9 against the Dallas Cowboys, 52-14 over the Tennessee Titans, and a 52-6 demolition of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Their strong form has them comfortably ahead of the Vikings in the NFC North, making a playoff berth almost certain.
The Bears, however, have struggled in recent weeks. After a solid 4-2 start to the season, Chicago has fallen into a deep slump. Narrow losses to the Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts were followed by a three-game losing streak. After their bye in Week 7, their struggles continued, beginning with a loss to the Washington Commanders. To make matters worse, many of their defeats have been close, including a one-point loss to the Green Bay Packers and an overtime defeat to the Vikings.
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