Bears Playoff Odds, Power Rankings, and Other Sunday Bullets

The Chicago Bears hold a 5-2 record entering November, seeing their postseason odds rise to 76 percent according to The Athletic's Playoff Simulator. Chicago also climbed across several national power rankings, ranking as high as fifth on The Athletic and sixth on FOX Sports. A projected victory against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football could further increase their playoff probability to 88 percent.

ESPN's Football Power Index gives the Bears a 77.9 percent chance to make the playoffs and a 24.1 percent chance to win the NFC North. Following the recent trade acquisition of defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans, the franchise is reportedly exploring further roster additions.