Week 2 is here, and the Chicago Bears are focused on beating the Minnesota Vikings, but the Windy City has other NFL games it needs to consider.
It's a critical NFC North matchup for the Bears, as they try to start the season on the right foot in the division. They went 2-4 in the division last year, so they hope to do better and win a second straight NFC North title.
Even with that game on the schedule, the Bears still have to focus on other games that could play huge roles in the regular season. Here's a look at some other big games that could impact the Bears and who fans should cheer for.
Who should Bears fans cheer for in Week 2 game that impact them?
Green Bay Packers at New York Jets
What a dream it would be to see the Packers start 0-2 and the Jets start 2-0, but that is a very long shot. Chicago fans have obvious reasons to want the Packers to lose, since the Bears want a comfortable lead in the NFC North for when Micah Parsons returns next month. It's a long shot, but it would be great to see the New York team win.
Who to root for: Jets
Philadelphia Eagles at Tennessee Titans
The Bears have a critical Monday Night Football matchup against the Eagles in Week 3, so any momentum they carry into the game would be huge. Philly is playing a Titans team they should beat, but an upset loss would make the primetime showdown more interesting. Chicago fans know who they want to win this game.
Who to root for: Titans
Seattle Seahawks at Arizona Cardinals
Shockingly, the Cardinals are 1-0 to start the season, but they are facing the NFL's best defense in the Seahawks. The Bears could be facing the Seahawks in the playoffs, so it would be good to see them lose and try to gain an edge on the No. 1 seed in the NFC. This is another long shot, but it doesn't hurt to dream.
Who to root for: Cardinals
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New York Giants at Los Angeles Rams
Looks like there's another New York team that is going to get the support of the Bears fan base. The Rams were stunned in Australia, losing 27-7 to the San Francisco 49ers last week, making Week 2 a must-win. The Giants have some momentum, though, after beating the Dallas Cowboys in Week 1. Chicago wouldn't mind seeing the Rams get knocked down a notch for the second straight week.
Who to root for: Giants
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