Bears and Falcons Meet in Week 6 Rushing Showdown
Chicago travels to Atlanta on Sunday for a Week 6 matchup on FOX. The Bears and Falcons own the NFL's top two rushing offenses, and Atlanta's Bijan Robinson leads the league with 580 rushing yards. FOX Sports Research picks the over on 51.5 points.
Chicago heads to Atlanta for a Week 6 game on FOX, with FanDuel listing the Bears at -122 on the moneyline and -1.5 (-108) on the spread. The total sits at 51.5, with over priced -102 and under -118. FOX Sports Research favors the over.
Both teams rely heavily on the run: Chicago averages 173.2 yards per game, Atlanta 166.8. Bijan Robinson's 580 rushing yards lead the NFL. Caleb Williams (hamstring) and Michael Penix Jr. (ribs) may play; they last met in college, when Penix's Washington beat Williams' USC 52-42.
The matchup could draw extra attention from NFL fans, fantasy players and bettors because of the rushing leaders and the 51.5-point total. A high-scoring, run-heavy game may boost viewership on FOX and engagement around Bijan Robinson's pursuit of a rushing title. For Atlanta and Chicago supporters, the result could shape early-season momentum and local sports conversation, while betting interest may rise around injury updates for both quarterbacks.