PREDICTIONS

RICK MORRISSEY Lions, 24- 17

We should get a better idea of what Bears quarterback Matt Barkley is this week. He’s coming off good performances against bad defenses. The Lions intercepted Drew Brees three times last week.

Season: 7- 5.

RICK TELANDER Lions, 29- 12

Bad luck. Good luck. High draft choices. Low draft choices. Who knows where the Bears go or what they care about? I’m thinking this oddball team of players I’ve barely heard of can’t beat a team that should actually care about winning. Season: 4- 8.

ADAM L. JAHNS Lions, 24- 20

The Lions have gone 7- 1 since losing to the Bears in Week 4. QB Matthew Stafford, in particular, has been great since then. He just might be the league’s most valuable player by the end of the season. The Bears’ defense can keep things tight while Barkley has good moments. But it won’t be enough. Season: 7- 5.

PATRICK FINLEY Lions, 24- 18

Can nine wins take the NFC North? The Lions’ game Sunday might be their last chance to get there. The rest of their schedule — against the Giants and Cowboys on the road and the Packers at home — gives them a sense of urgency against the Bears. Season: 8- 4.

MARK POTASH Lions, 27- 17

The Bears’ defense shut down Stafford and the Lions’ offense in a 17- 14 victory at Soldier Field. But the Lions are playing better, and they’re better at Ford Field. Two of the Bears’ worst defensive performances came indoors — at Dallas ( 447 yards, 31 points) and Indianapolis ( 396 yards, 29 points). Season: 6- 6.