Eagles vs. Bears odds list Philadelphia as a 3.5-point road favorite for Monday Night Football at Soldier Field, and Chicago’s quarterback change explains most of that number. Caleb Williams is out with a hamstring injury, so veteran Case Keenum is expected to start for the Bears. The Eagles arrive at 2-0, while Chicago sits at 1-1 after a 9-3 home loss to Minnesota. Below, we break down the current line, how it has moved since opening and what a lopsided public split says about this market.
Last Updated: September 28, 2026
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Chicago Bears — Game Info
| Where | Soldier Field, Chicago Illinois |
| When | September 28 – 8:15 PM ET |
| TV | ESPN, ABC |
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Chicago Bears Odds and Matchup Overview
The quarterback position shapes this game more than anything else on the board. Williams suffered a Grade 2 hamstring strain in the fourth quarter against the Vikings. Reports put his expected absence at three to four weeks, and the Bears ruled Williams out for Monday. Keenum has not started a regular-season game since 2023. Still, he took the first-team work in practice while Tyson Bagent sat in the concussion protocol. Bagent has since cleared the protocol, and Keenum is expected to start with Bagent as his backup.
Philadelphia has won both games, but neither came easily. The Eagles edged Washington 24-22 in the Commanders vs. Eagles opener, then beat Tennessee 24-20. Jalen Hurts threw the go-ahead touchdown pass in the final seconds in Nashville. That start has the Eagles atop the NFC East, a half game ahead of the 2-1 Giants.
The Eagles are also shorthanded. Tight end Dallas Goedert, receiver Hollywood Brown and tackle Fred Johnson are all out. Edge rusher Jonathan Greenard is questionable with a pectoral injury after a full week of practice. On the other hand, Saquon Barkley (stinger) and DeVonta Smith (hamstring) were full participants and carry no designation, per the Eagles’ final injury report.
Chicago’s season has swung hard in both directions. The Bears opened with a 59-37 win at Carolina, piling up 291 rushing yards. A week later, they managed only three points in the home loss to Minnesota. Cornerback Tyrique Stevenson, who left that game with a hamstring injury, practiced fully and is cleared to play. The loss leaves Chicago chasing the 3-0 Vikings in the NFC North, who stayed perfect with a win at Tampa Bay (Vikings vs. Buccaneers preview).
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Chicago Bears Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagles | -3.5 (-115) | -210 | O 41.5 (-110) |
| Bears | +3.5 (-105) | +175 | U 41.5 (-110) |
Odds accurate as of September 28, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest NFL Odds – Futures – Props
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Chicago Bears — Who Is the Public Betting?
| Eagles | 78% | 22% | Bears |
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Monday Night Football Odds Breakdown for Eagles vs. Bears
This number has already traveled a long way. Before Williams got hurt, look-ahead markets had Chicago as a 1.5-point favorite. Once the injury news broke, the line flipped to Philadelphia. Our opening number was Eagles -4.5, and it now sits at -3.5 with -115 attached. In other words, the market is charging a premium to lay the hook above 3, one of the key numbers in football. So many NFL games land on a three-point margin. As a result, a move from 3.5 to 3 would matter more than the move from 4.5 to 3.5. The current number still gives Chicago the full field goal plus the hook.
The public split makes that move worth a closer look. Roughly 78% of spread bets are on the Eagles, yet the line came down a point toward Chicago. That is reverse line movement, which often points to heavier money on the less popular side. However, the moneyline tells a different story. Philadelphia moved from -195 to -210, while Chicago drifted from +165 to +175. At -210, the Eagles carry an implied break-even rate of about 67.7%. The Bears at +175 imply about 36.4%. The spread and moneyline are pulling in opposite directions, so the signal here is mixed rather than clean.
The total has fallen from 43.5 to 41.5, which fits a game featuring a backup quarterback. Both prices on the total sit at -110, so the market shows no lean at the current number. Still, the Over is 2-0 in Philadelphia’s games this season. The Bears are 1-1 to the Over.
Both sides carry a real case. The Eagles are unbeaten and face a quarterback who has not made a regular-season start since 2023. Meanwhile, Philadelphia is 0-2 against the spread, winning its two games by a combined six points. Chicago also went 3-0 against the spread as a home underdog last season. That history is part of why the market has not pushed this number further.
Chicago’s Run Game Against Philadelphia’s Front
If Chicago is going to keep this close, the ground game is the most likely path. The Bears lead the NFL at 212.5 rushing yards per game. D’Andre Swift has 169 rushing yards, and Kyle Monangai has added 147. Monangai practiced fully this week after a knee issue and carries no designation.
The last meeting shows how this matchup can tilt. On November 28, 2025, the Bears beat the Eagles 24-15 at Lincoln Financial Field. Chicago ran for 281 yards that day. Monangai finished with 130 and Swift added 125.
Philadelphia’s run defense has not fully answered that question yet. The Eagles allowed 254 rushing yards across their first two games, an average of 127 per game. With a backup quarterback under center, Chicago’s offense leans even more on its backs to stay ahead of the chains.
The counterpoint came in Week 2. Minnesota held the Bears to three points, and the offense stalled well before Williams left. A defense that stacks the box against a backup quarterback can squeeze that same plan. That tension, between a proven rushing identity and a thin passing threat, sits at the center of how this line has been set.
NFL Eagles vs. Bears FAQ: September 28, 2026
What time does the Eagles vs. Bears game start?
The Eagles and Bears kick off at 8:15 PM ET on Monday, September 28, 2026. The Week 3 game is played at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois, where the Bears are the home team against a Philadelphia club that enters the night unbeaten at 2-0.
What channel is the Eagles vs. Bears game on?
The Eagles vs. Bears game airs nationally on ESPN and ABC. Both networks carry the Monday night broadcast from Soldier Field, with kickoff set for 8:15 PM ET, so viewers across the country can find the game on either channel through cable, satellite or an over-the-air antenna for ABC.
Who is starting at quarterback for the Bears?
Case Keenum is expected to start at quarterback for the Bears against the Eagles. Caleb Williams has been ruled out with a hamstring injury, and Tyson Bagent, who cleared the concussion protocol late in the week, is expected to serve as the backup. Keenum has not started a regular-season game since 2023.
Who won the last meeting between the Eagles and Bears?
The Bears won the last meeting, beating the Eagles 24-15 on November 28, 2025, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Chicago rushed for 281 yards in that game, with Kyle Monangai running for 130 yards and D’Andre Swift adding 125, and both backs return for Monday’s rematch in Chicago.
Where do the Eagles and Bears stand in their divisions?
The Eagles lead the NFC East at 2-0, a half game ahead of the 2-1 New York Giants. The Bears are 1-1 in the NFC North, chasing the Minnesota Vikings, who improved to 3-0 with a Sunday win at Tampa Bay. Chicago can close that gap slightly with a Monday win.