Lions emerge as top challengers for Bears' NFC North crown

The Detroit Lions are considered the primary challenger to the Bears for the NFC North title, according to recent odds. FanDuel lists the Lions as favorites to win the division, with the Bears having the third-best odds. This sentiment is echoed by a fan survey, where 66% of respondents identified Detroit as the biggest threat. The Lions swept the Bears in 2025 and won the division in both 2023 and 2024.