The Chicago Bears' biggest mistake this season hasn't been one of Jay Cutler's backbreaking interceptions or one of the secondary's numerous coverage breakdowns. Their biggest mistake has been not playing in the NFC South.
Saints vs. Bears 2014 live stream: Time, TV schedule and how to watch online
Both teams are 5-8, but the Saints have a whole lot more to play for.
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The Bears' disappointing 5-8 record is identical to that of the New Orleans Saints, who will visit Soldier Field for a Monday Night Football matchup. But while Chicago languishes in the cellar of the NFC North, the Saints are playing for first place in their division and still have very realistic playoff chances.
The Bears have been a bit more consistent in their ineptitude. Of their five wins, only one has come against a team currently above .500, and that was to a plunging 49ers team that got beat by the Raiders last week. On top of that, they'll be playing without top wideout Brandon Marshall, who was placed on IR last week.
The Saints are favorites in Vegas and have a lot more to play for, but the game is in Chicago, so you never know.
How to watch
Where: Soldier Field, Chicago
When: 8:30 p.m. ET
TV: ESPN
Announcers: Jon Gruden and Mike Tirico
Radio: Saints Radio Network | Bears Radio Network
Online streaming: Verizon NFL Mobile, WatchESPN
Odds
The Saints are 3-point favorites with an over/under of 53.5, according to OddsShark.
Further reading
For more on the Saints, check out Canal St. Chronicles. For more on the Bears, head to Windy City Gridiron.
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