FOX Sports' Tom Brady revealed his Week 17 NFL Power Rankings, and the Chicago Bears have yet to earn a spot as one of his Super Bowl favorites.

The Chicago Bears have gotten more good news following the slate of Christmas games from the NFL on December 25.

On defense, the 49ers enter Week 17 averaging 21.3 points per game (11th in the NFL), while the Bears are 19th at 23.6 points per game. The 49ers have the superior run defense; they rank 8th in the NFL in rushing yards allowed per game, whereas the Bears are 27th.

The Chicago Bears effectively clinched the NFC North crown with a win over the Green Bay Packers last week. Chicago's victory also guaranteed a Merry Christmas for one Houston-area business. Manuel Rojas is the founder of Foam Party Hats and specializes in creating and distributing novelty,

It is hard to say that the Chicago Bears have a defense that is elite, but is certainly should be feared by the San Francisco 49ers. At this point in the season, they know who they are and what they can do well. This is a group that can turn the football over and change the outcomes of games because of it.

Chicago’s dominant season continues to earn league-wide recognition, with three Bears players receiving Pro Bowl honors.

The Bears released their second injury report ahead of their Week 17 game vs. 49ers, including updates on Rome Odunze and Kevin Byard.