Quarterback J.J. McCarthy has completed 10 of 19 passes for 76 yards for a 23.0 passer rating. He threw an interception late in the first half looking deep down the middle for Justin Jefferson, and Bears safety Kevin Byard stepped in front of it for the pick.

Former Minnesota Vikings draft pick Kris Boyd was announced in critical but stable condition following a shooting on Sunday morning.

With a little help from Jameis Winston, the Eagles, Falcons, and Cardinals, the Vikings could be in a much healthier position entering Week 12.

McCarthy was selected 10th overall and fifth of a record six first-round quarterbacks in 2024. Where does he rank now in his draft class?

Kickoff from US Bank Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET on FOX. The Vikings are 2.5-point favorites, according to the latest Bears vs. Vikings odds. The over/under for total points scored is 47.5. Before making any Bears vs. Vikings picks, make sure you check out the NFL picks from the SportsLine Projection Model.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/bears/onsi as Vikings injury concern leaves no excuse for Bears' defense in Week 11.

Here's a closer look at Sunday's NFC North matchup between the Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings in Minnesota.

ESPN insider Ben Solak suggests that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is ready for a breakout performance Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings.