Chicago could be in a world of trouble if its defense doesn't carry the load again this week, as the Bears offense should struggle again if Rome Odunze and Keenan Allen are too hampered to get open downfield. The Bears defense was exploited on the ground last week, allowing 5.4 yards per carry, and now faces a Houston rushing attack that ranked fifth in rush EPA last week, as Joe Mixon ran for 159 yards (5.3 YPC). That came against an Indianapolis defense expected to be stout against the run, too. Chicago ranks 19th in the league in defensive rush EPA (expected points added), a concerning trend for a team that ranked 7th last season.