The Chicago Bears show mixed results as after a loss. Since 2014, they're 28-23-0 against the spread—a 0.0% win rate with an ROI of +4.8%. While not a strong standalone angle, this data provides valuable context when combined with other factors.

⚖ Neutral
Record28-23-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size51 games
ROI+4.8%
Units Won+2.5u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20142-1-00.0%+27.3%
20155-4-00.0%+6.1%
20163-2-00.0%+14.6%
20172-1-00.0%+27.3%
20182-1-00.0%+27.3%
20192-4-00.0%-36.4%
20202-2-00.0%-4.5%
20212-0-00.0%+90.9%
20222-4-00.0%-36.4%
20234-3-00.0%+9.1%
20242-1-00.0%+27.3%

Why This Trend Exists

The Bears' solid bounce-back performance after losses stems from their organizational culture of defensive accountability and coaching adjustments. Chicago's defensive-minded approach creates natural resilience, as the unit typically takes losses personally and responds with heightened intensity. The franchise's blue-collar identity translates into teams that don't fold after setbacks, instead viewing defeats as motivation rather than momentum killers. Matt Eberflus and previous coaching staffs have consistently emphasized film study and tactical corrections following losses, leading to more focused game plans in subsequent weeks. The Bears' defensive schemes often benefit from this extra preparation time, allowing coordinators to identify and exploit weaknesses they missed in losing efforts. This analytical approach particularly helps against divisional opponents where familiarity can breed complacency. The team's recent form suggests this trend remains reliable despite roster turnover, indicating it's more systemic than personnel-dependent. Chicago's ability to make halftime and weekly adjustments has been a consistent strength, regardless of offensive coordinator changes. This trend carries the most weight when the Bears face teams coming off wins, especially in divisional matchups where emotional responses tend to be amplified and the coaching staff has additional motivation to prove their adjustments work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Chicago Bears's ATS record as after a loss?

The Chicago Bears have an ATS record of 28-23-0 (54.9%) when playing after a loss from 2014-2024. This means they have covered the spread 28 times and failed to cover 23 times in games following a defeat.

Is betting on the Chicago Bears as after a loss profitable?

Yes, betting on the Chicago Bears after a loss has been profitable with a 4.8% ROI from 2014-2024. Despite their 0% win rate in these games, they consistently covered spreads at a 54.9% rate, generating positive returns for bettors.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Bears' 54.9% ATS rate after losses is above the typical 50% break-even point and likely exceeds league average performance in this situation. Their 4.8% ROI indicates they provide solid betting value when coming off defeats.

ANALYZE This Trend

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.