The Chicago Bears 2025 NFL schedule is here, and fans are gearing up for a season packed with NFC North showdowns, primetime appearances, and high-stakes road games. From the season opener against the Minnesota Vikings to a potential playoff-deciding finale versus the Detroit Lions, every week offers must-watch football.
Whether you’re watching from Chicago, on the road, or streaming online, here’s the full Bears 2025 schedule with dates, start times, TV channels, and how to watch each game live.
Full Chicago Bears 2025 Schedule
| Week | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 8 | vs Minnesota Vikings | 8:15 PM | ESPN/ABC |
| 2 | Sep 14 | @ Detroit Lions | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 3 | Sep 21 | vs Dallas Cowboys | 4:25 PM | FOX |
| 4 | Sep 28 | @ Las Vegas Raiders | 4:25 PM | CBS |
| 5 | — | BYE | — | — |
| 6 | Oct 13 | @ Washington Commanders | 8:15 PM | ESPN/ABC |
| 7 | Oct 19 | vs New Orleans Saints | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 8 | Oct 26 | @ Baltimore Ravens | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 9 | Nov 2 | @ Cincinnati Bengals | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 10 | Nov 9 | vs New York Giants | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 11 | Nov 16 | @ Minnesota Vikings | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 12 | Nov 23 | vs Pittsburgh Steelers | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 13 | Nov 28 | @ Philadelphia Eagles | 3:00 PM | Prime Video |
| 14 | Dec 7 | @ Green Bay Packers | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 15 | Dec 14 | vs Cleveland Browns | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 16 | Dec 20 | vs Green Bay Packers | TBD | FOX |
| 17 | Dec 28 | @ San Francisco 49ers | 8:20 PM | NBC |
| 18 | TBD | vs Detroit Lions | TBD | TBD |
How to Watch the Chicago Bears in 2025
You can watch Chicago Bears games across multiple networks and streaming platforms this season:
- CBS – AFC matchups and select interconference games
- FOX – NFC matchups, including most Sunday afternoon games
- NBC – Sunday Night Football
- ESPN/ABC – Monday Night Football doubleheaders and exclusive broadcasts
- Amazon Prime Video – Exclusive Thursday Night Football coverage (Bears vs. Eagles in Week 13)
- NFL Network & NFL RedZone – Additional national coverage, highlights, and whip-around action
Local broadcast note: If you’re in the Bears’ home market, CBS and FOX will carry the majority of Sunday games, with primetime broadcasts available nationwide.
Key Matchups to Watch in 2025
- Week 1 vs Minnesota Vikings – A big divisional opener under the lights on ESPN/ABC.
- Week 13 @ Philadelphia Eagles – A late-season Thursday Night Football clash on Prime Video.
- Weeks 14 & 16 vs Green Bay Packers – Two matchups that could define the NFC North race.
- Week 18 vs Detroit Lions – Could be a playoff spot decider.