By Evan MasseyShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberBen Johnson and the Chicago Bears are currently the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoff picture entering Week 14 NFL action. Of course, that also means that they're leading the NFC North division race as well.
While the current status of the team is an encouraging sign, there are plenty of games left to be played. A lot could change between now and the end of the regular season.
Keeping that in mind, the Bears are in for a massive showdown in Week 14. They are set to hit the road for a massive rivalry game against the Green Bay Packers. This week, the NFC North lead is on the line.
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Entering the game, Chicago holds a 9-3 record. The Packers, on the other hand, are currently 8-3-1. A win by Green Bay would surpass the Bears in the division race and knock the team down a notch.
...Both teams are loaded with talent on both sides of the football. Fans are in for a treat watching these two teams play against each other.
That being said, Johnson knows one specific area where Chicago needs to be careful. He spoke out with a very clear warning for his team about the Packers' defense.
"This might be the best defense we've seen all year," he said bluntly.
Led by Micah Parsons, the Green Bay defense has been elite for most of the season. The unit has had some struggles in certain games, but overall the Packers have been a very stout defense. They're going to make life difficult on Caleb Williams and the Bears' offense.
In order to knock off Green Bay, Chicago will need to take care of the football. The Bears will also need to keep Parsons and the Packers' pass rush away from Williams. Those things will be easier said than done.
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There is no question that Chicago has taken a huge step in the right direction. At this point in the season, the Bears truly look like a contender in the NFC. Going up against Green Bay will give the team a chance to make a very clear statement.
Chicago and the Packers are scheduled to kick off against each other at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday afternoon. Fans will be able to watch the game on Fox.
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