4 reasons the Chicago Bears can win a wide-open NFC North in 2023

4. Chicago Bears have a favorable schedule

While every NFL schedule is a challenge, the Bears’ 2023 schedule presents a favorable opportunity for them to compete for the NFC North title.

According to football analyst Warren Sharp, the Chicago Bears have the sixth-easiest schedule in the league. Also, they own the easiest schedule in the NFC North.

Sharp’s prediction of Chicago Bears wins is at 7.75. The Detroit Lions have the highest projection with 9.6 wins. We know how the bounce of the football or a key turnover changes games. As I mentioned, the Bears under Eberflus play hard every game. They will be in many close games. They can be fortunate and win a game or two they weren’t supposed to win and suddenly the division crown is theirs.

The balance of home and away games, as well as the timing of divisional matchups, can play a significant role in determining a team’s success. The Bears will need to capitalize on these factors,

For example, the Bears take on the Green Bay Packers in Week 1. The Packers are a team in flux. They lost Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers and now rely on Jordan Love.

No one knows how Love will be under center. The Packers were fortunate to have two Hall of Fame quarterbacks play back-to-back. Will Love be the third straight? We do not know that.

Love could be better than the previous two. However, this will be his first game as QB1. He isn’t established yet, so he is an unknown. It could take time for him to adjust to being the guy leading the team. The Bears could catch him early on before he gets into any rhythm. An early win against their hated rivals can make a difference, especially within their division, where crucial head-to-head matchups against their NFC North rivals will have a direct impact on their chances of winning the division.

The Chicago Bears enter the 2023 NFL season as surprise contenders for the NFC North division title. With an improved offense, a dominant defense, consistent coaching, talented skill position players, and a favorable schedule, the Bears have all the ingredients to contend in the division.

While challenges undoubtedly lie ahead, the Bears possess the necessary tools and potential to surpass their division rivals and bring the NFC North crown back to Chicago. As the season unfolds, fans can eagerly anticipate an exciting and competitive journey for their Monsters of the Midway.