Bears take over NFC North in playoff projections entering Week 9
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
As the NFL reaches the halfway point of the season, the Chicago Bears are projected to win the NFC North after a dominant victory over the Seattle Seahawks. With a record of 6-2, they now hold the division lead, overtaking previous contenders. The updated playoff projections include the Bears alongside other playoff hopefuls like the 49ers and Giants. The model, which simulated the rest of the season, also suggests an unprecedented scenario where two divisional winners might finish below.500. The league's playoff picture continues to evolve as further games unfold this week.
- •Bears projected to win NFC North with a 6-2 record.
- •49ers currently lead the NFC West at 6-1.
- •Giants and Buccaneers are projected divisional winners despite below.500 records.
- •Simulations predict Broncos to win the AFC West for the second consecutive year.
- •NFL playoff races tighten as more games remain on the schedule.
- 8:55 PMCBS NFL — Predicting the full 14-team NFL playoff bracket entering Week 9: Bears make Super Bowl run
"Are the Bears the best team in the NFC? Our latest playoff projection answers that question
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