Chicago Bears 2025 Season Preview: Star Players, Key Matchups & Where to Watch
2024 couldn’t have gone much worse for Chicago fans. Optimism was sky-high heading into the year—Caleb Williams, the generational prospect, was set to rescue the franchise. But chaos reigned. Head coach Matt Eberflus and the rest of the Bears staff couldn't steady the ship, and the team once again landed a top-10 pick in the draft.
But 2025? This feels different.
Williams flashed elite potential in his rookie season, despite being dragged down by poor coaching and a shaky offensive line. Enter Ben Johnson—the most sought-after head coaching name on the market. The offensive architect behind Detroit’s resurgence now takes over in Chicago, bringing with him a new sense of purpose and a promising rookie class. For once, the optimism feels earned.
🔥 Top 5 Must-Watch Bears Games in 2025
Week 1 – Sept 8 vs. Minnesota Vikings
📺 ABC/ESPN | 7:15 PM CST
Monday Night Football. Soldier Field. Division rival. Enough said. The Bears open at home against an explosive Vikings squad led by rookie QB J.J. McCarthy.
Week 2 – Sept 14 @ Detroit Lions
📺 FOX | 12:00 PM CST
Ben Johnson returns to face his old team at Ford Field in just his second game as head coach of the Bears.
Week 6 – Oct 13 @ Washington Commanders
📺 ABC/ESPN | 7:15 PM CST
The Caleb Williams vs. Jayden Daniels rivalry is heating up. Last year’s loss stung—can Chicago get revenge?
Week 13 – Nov 28 @ Philadelphia Eagles (Friday)
📺 Prime Video | 2:00 PM CST
A post-Thanksgiving showdown with the reigning Super Bowl champs. A big-stage test for the Bears.
Week 17 – Dec 28 @ San Francisco 49ers
📺 NBC | 7:20 PM CST
Prime time in the Bay. If playoff hopes are alive, this one could be a classic.
📺 National Exposure & Primetime Appearances
- Friday Game: Week 13 @ Eagles (Prime Video)
- Sunday Night Football: Week 17 @ 49ers (NBC)
- Monday Night Football:
- Week 1 vs. Vikings (ABC/ESPN)
- Week 6 @ Commanders (ABC/ESPN)
A 5–12 team doesn’t usually earn this much spotlight—but with Caleb Williams at QB and Ben Johnson now at the helm, the NFL is clearly betting big on the Bears in 2025.
🌟 Bears Star Players to Watch in 2025
- Caleb Williams – Still the face of the franchise. All eyes are on him to bounce back and live up to the hype.
- Colston Loveland – This year’s 10th overall pick at tight end already looks like the real deal.
- Luther Burden III – A dynamic new weapon joining a WR corps featuring:
- DJ Moore
- Rome Odunze (a breakout candidate in Year 2)
With a revamped O-line and elite playmakers, Chicago's offense has real firepower.
📡 How to Watch the Bears in 2025
As an NFC team, most of the Bears’ games will air on FOX. But for national broadcasts, you’ll also need:
- Prime Video – Week 13
- NBC – Week 17
- ABC/ESPN – Weeks 1 & 6
- CBS – Select Sunday games
👉 For a complete schedule with up-to-date TV and streaming info, visit our Chicago Bears Subpage.
🐻 Final Thought: Can Chicago Deliver?
The stakes feel sky-high. Last year’s optimism led to disappointment. This year, there’s even more buzz—and that means the potential fall could be even tougher. But with the right coach, the right quarterback, and the right pieces in place, the Bears finally look ready to turn the corner.
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