Slam, bam, thank you, Sam

Brad Biggs (5-1)

Vic Fangio’s defense hasn’t been at the level everyone is accustomed to the last two weeks. That unit should get right against rookie quarterback Sam Darnold. Rich Campbell (4-2)

The Bears have better personnel on offense and defense. Even with Khalil Mack out or less than full strength, they will confuse Sam Darnold and take the ball away. Mitch Trubisky will exploit clean pockets to pick apart the Jets depleted secondary. David Haugh (5-1)

Nothing cures an ailing defense like a rookie quarterback prone to throwing interceptions. Welcome to Chicago, Sam Darnold. The Bears will be happy to see you. Colleen Kane (4-2)

Khalil Mack and Allen Robinson might be ailing for the Bears, but the Jets have their own crop of injury issues. This is a prime opportunity for the Bears defense to rebound, and they won’t miss it. Phil Thompson (5-1)

Sam Darnold lost his safety valve in Bilal Powell (neck). Injuries at receiver and offensive line diminish his supporting cast even more, and he’s coming off a three-sack, three-pick day against the Vikings. If the Bears defense can’t make hay with that ... Dan Wiederer (4-2)

I’ve looked at this game from 114 angles. Still can’t find a way the Bears lose at home to a struggling team with so many injury issues. A classic take-care-of-business game.