Bears and Lions set to face off in season finale

The stage is set for a highly anticipated matchup between the 7-9 Detroit Lions and the 5-11 Chicago Bears in Week 18 of the NFL regular season. The pride of their respective teams will be on full display as both squads look to finish the season on a high note. According to our panel of five Free Press sports writers, the Lions are expected to come out on top with four predictions calling for Detroit’s victory. However, one writer believes that the Bears’ determination could just prove enough to spark an upset. “We’ve seen it time and time again this season - when teams have nothing to lose, they often dig deep and find a way to win,” said one writer. “The Lions may be resting their starters, but I think the Bears will come out with everything on the line and make it a competitive game.” Meanwhile, another writer is predicting a much more lopsided affair. “The Bears are still trying to salvage some dignity after a disastrous season, while the Lions are just looking to finish on a positive note,” they said. “I think Detroit’s depth will be too much for Chicago to handle.” Regardless of the outcome, this game is shaping up to be an exciting conclusion to the regular season. Will the pride and motivation of both teams be enough to secure a thrilling victory? One thing is certain - fans of both squads are in for a treat on Sunday. In terms of the final score, our writers have predicted a 24-17 Lions victory. But as we all know, nothing is ever certain in the world of sports. Stay tuned to see how it all unfolds.