Brett Favre and Brad Childress say they have squashed the beef, but have they really? As most of you know, Favre was not happy about Childress’ decision to sit him last week, and beyond that, his complaints over checking out of running plays too often. One thing is certain, a big win over Chicago this week would almost certainly put the feud to rest. But a loss could mean the Vikings are falling apart at the worst possible time.

Favre is having a great season, but Childress seems to be right on the money when he says that star running back Adrian Peterson needs to see more of the football. Peterson is tied for the league lead with 15 touchdowns, but he hasn’t broke the century mark since Week 10 and is averaging only 3.1 yards per carry during this stretch. Peterson usually plays well against the Bears and a big game at this stage in the season would be a nice confidence booster with the playoffs quickly approaching. It is worth noting that the Bears are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 games overall.

The Bears had high hopes of a division title this season after getting pretty close to one last year, but they are already eliminated from playoff contention and the QB they bet the farm on leads the entire NFL with 25 interceptions. It’s been a good run in Chicago for head coach Lovie Smith, who took the Bears to a Super Bowl, but it appears his days could be numbered. Smith could use a big win over the Vikings this week to show management that he deserves another shot next year. The good news is the Bears will be at home where they have a winning record against a Vikings team that has endured all three of its losses on the road. It is worth noting that the home team is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings and the Vikings are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 meetings in Chicago.

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